Guidance Counselors Research Articles

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Career Guidance: Perspectives of Secondary Guidance Counselor

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Career Guidance: Perspectives of Secondary Guidance Counselor

The professionalization of the counsellor role – a comparative study of Finland and Norway

ABSTRACT Career guidance counsellors’ competence requirements in Norwegian schools have been the subject of decades-long discussion. Practitioners, experts, and stakeholders have called for precise requirements and professionalized status for counsellors, but with little results. In the Finnish context, however, career guidance is more professionalized, and the counsellor competence requirements are defined by law. Why have the two systems developed differently? In this research, we used ‘historical institutionalism’ as our lens and compared the two developmental histories of the counsellor role and the reasoning behind these differentiating systems. By utilizing Toulmin’s model of argumentation, we analysed rationales in policy documents from ministries to expert groups to reveal how the policy rationales have formed the different statuses of the career counsellor profession in the 1950s, 1960s and 1990s. Norway and Finland saw the counsellor role similarly, but eventually, decisions on qualifications and competency were made from different perspectives.

Development of Online Counseling Appointment System for Guidance Office of the Office of Student Affairs and Services at Cavite State University-Main

Every guidance counselor finds remote appointments an important tool for managing appointments since it allows them to establish a list of available time slots, see student information, and make appointments without ever leaving their office. This online counseling appointment application provides students with media-related mental health activities and stress-coping skills that are relevant to the university’s counseling services. Specifically, it has the following features: (a) provides information to the students related to some guidance on how to cope with stress; (b) generates reports to be used by a guidance counselor in providing insight they need to effectively counsel so many students; and (c) helps the guidance counselor extend their counseling service to the student. The descriptive research approach was used with JavaScript as the scripting programming language and MySQL as the database. The prototyping software approach was also used, allowing the researcher to come up with additional ideas rapidly, improve on them quickly, and show users the feature and overall design concept before implementation. The evaluation findings show that the system was "excellent" in both evaluations using modified ISO 9126 software product quality standards, showing that the developed application met all of the required requirements of the software quality test from respondents. The mean and standard deviation were used to tabulate, analyze, and statistically treat the results. Overall, the results and feedback indicate a good impact on the needs of guidance counselors.

Analysis of Career Potential Based on Holland's Theory to Prepare Graduates among Students with Intellectual Disabilities

Students with intellectual disabilities often encounter significant challenges as they prepare for post-graduation careers. Recognizing the importance of aligning career paths with individual interests and abilities, SLB Negeri 1 Yogyakarta serves as a pivotal institution in vocational education for these students. This research employs case studies to delve into the ways vocational education programs can enhance career readiness among intellectually disabled students, using interest and talent assessments based on Holland’s theory. The study involves 28 students at the SMALB level, a guidance counselor, 10 vocational instructors, and 8 parents, employing methods such as semi-structured interviews, participatory observations, and documentation analysis. Findings indicate a significant correlation between Holland's personality types and the career interests of students, with realistic, conventional, and artistic types prevailing. Moreover, career guidance grounded in Holland's theory at SLB Negeri 1 Yogyakarta effectively nurtures vocational skills that resonate with the students’ talents and capabilities, supporting their potential career trajectories.

Understanding the Critical Role of Parental Involvement Among Learners in Primary Grades During the New Normal: Challenges and Opportunities

This research delved into the parents’ challenges and opportunities of primary-grade learners enrolled at private and public schools in Cebu, during the school year 2022-2023. The findings formed the basis for the implications for practice. The research used the qualitative-phenomenological method, with 15 parents in private schools in Cebu City Division and 15 parents in public schools in Cebu Province Division as identified participants in the study. It utilized an interpretative phenomenological analysis with the help of an interview guide questionnaire to determine the lived experiences of the parents during the new normal of education. The results of the study revealed that most parents are trying their best to adapt to the new normal set-up of learning—distance education—and most parents described having problems balancing the obligations of work and teaching their learners, as well as with discipline, enthusiasm, availability, accessibility, and learning outcomes. Findings suggest important implications for practice for parents, learners, teachers, school principals, guidance counselors, administrators, researchers, and future researchers. The study concluded that parents have encountered difficulties and prospects while teaching and supervising their primary-grade learners in distance learning during the new normal. It is recommended that the output be implemented.

IMPLEMENTASI BIMBINGAN PERKAWINAN PRA NIKAH DI KUTAI KARTANEGARA KALIMANTAN TIMUR

Pre-marital marriage guidance by the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA) is not just a series of formal meetings, but an integral part of the mental, spiritual, and practical preparation for prospective couples before marriage. This program is responsible for providing comprehensive guidance and insights for those embarking on the journey of life together as husbands and wives. With that said, this research focused on the effectiveness of the materials and approaches used in the guidance, as well as the responses and perceptions of prospective couples, offering a profound view of the crucial role this program plays in marriage preparation. The research employed qualitative methods with a case study approach, utilizing direct observation, interviews with KUA officials, prospective couples attending the guidance, and guidance counselors as data sources. The findings highlighted the significant role of this program in preparing prospective couples holistically. The materials and approaches employed played a pivotal role in their physical, mental, and spiritual readiness for marriage. Positive responses from prospective couples indicated the success of the program, although challenges like program adjustments and continuous evaluation need attention to enhance its future effectiveness. The research underscored the need for ongoing development of marriage guidance programs to make them more beneficial and relevant to prospective couples.

Layanan Konseling Individu Dalam Menangani Konflik Interpersonal Siswa di MAN 2 Bandar Lampung

Interpersonal conflict is a conflict between individuals driven by personal dislike or disagreement. Conflict between individuals arises when someone has negative perceptions of other people. When a person experiences a negative emotional reaction, he will act irrationally towards the surrounding environment. Disputes that occur usually consist of opposing opinions. This research aims to determine the process of individual counseling services in handling interpersonal conflicts at MAN 2 Bandar Lampung. This research uses qualitative research with the type of field research and qualitative descriptive research. There were 8 participants involved in this research. There are two data sources in this research, namely primary data sources and secondary data sources. Primary data sources were obtained from 1 guidance counselor, 5 students who experienced interpersonal conflicts and used supporting informants, 1 homeroom teacher and 1 classmate, for secondary data sources obtained from field notes and school data and documentation studies. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and documentation, while data analysis begins with reducing data, presenting data and drawing conclusions. The results of this research show that in implementing services Individual counseling at MAN 2 Bandar Lampung has not resolved interpersonal conflicts, namely individual counseling services at MAN 2 Bandar Lampung are not implemented in accordance with existing theory. Several stages of the implementation of individual counseling services are not in accordance with the existing theory because the counselors do not come from guidance and counseling experts.

Strategi Madrasah Tsanawiyah Dalam Meminimalisir Perilaku Indisipliner Siswa

The research aims to explain and describe the efforts of the school in minimizing student disciplinary behavior at Al-Mardliyyah Tagangser Laok Waru Pamekasan Islamic Junior High School. The research method used a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data collection was done through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data processing involved reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through credibility and confirmability. The research results show forms of disciplinary behavior such as arriving late to school, not participating in learning activities, leaving before time, not adhering to uniform regulations, bringing mobile phones to school, and being absent without explanation. The role of the class teacher includes being a parent figure, guidance counselor, motivator, administrator, and communicator. Discipline enforcement is carried out through a system of violation point weights which are socialized at the beginning of each new academic year packaged with the Student Introduction Period activities. A WhatsApp group facilitates communication between class teachers, guidance counselors, and the student affairs department. Collaboration between class teachers and guidance counselors involves formulating guidance procedures, compiling summaries, assigning home visit tasks, and monitoring and evaluation.

DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENT NEEDS ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES IN PLANNING GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAMS

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic has necessitated the adaptation of daily life, including education, to coexist with the virus, commonly termed the "new normal." This study investigates the implementation of needs assessment activities for counseling programs in Palangka Raya City Public High School during the Covid-19 pandemic era. Interviews with key personnel reveal that while there is recognition of the importance of needs assessment, practical challenges hinder its effective execution. Guidance counselors often resort to using previous years' programs due to difficulties in data collection and analysis, resulting in counseling services that may not align with student needs. To address this, operational guidelines are proposed, emphasizing the utilization of technology for needs analysis activities. Expert and practitioner feedback underscores the importance of adapting assessment models to counselor capabilities and school contexts. Enhancing student-centered needs assessment practices is crucial for improving counseling program efficacy and supporting holistic student development.

President’s Column: How Members Can Help Improve the Industry’s Public Image

Editor’s Note: This is a summary of the April episode of the President’s podcast. We encourage you to listen to the episode to hear the full conversation. In this podcast episode, I am joined by Paige McCown, senior manager of communication and energy education, to discuss the importance of how SPE engages with external stakeholders to help improve the industry’s public image, particularly through programs like energy4me. I start the episode by emphasizing how the industry’s public image is a critical concern for our future, and it’s a common question among members about what SPE can do to help. Although environmental scrutiny of the industry has always been present, it has become more pronounced with the increased focus on climate change and emissions. The energy industry has made many positive impacts across the world, from providing energy for almost everything we do to producing everyday products and conveniences. I also believe that the industry is best positioned to solve today’s energy challenges. However, two main problems related to our public image hinder our ability to meet these challenges: our ability to attract the best talent, and our ability to attract investments in technology and innovation. The discussion turns to ways to change public perception. I review some of the topics discussed at the Presidents Panel that I participated in at IPTC 2024. These include how engaging students at a young age and making them aware of the benefits of the industry helps change the narrative at an early age. Also, it is important to engage teachers, guidance counselors, and communities in promoting our positive aspects. The conversation moves to how SPE is equipping its members to engage in these efforts. I highlight SPE’s energy4me program which provides an exploration and production curriculum and hands-on activities to teach the science behind the industry. To accompany the program, SPE worked with DK Publishing to publish the Oil and Natural Gas book, available in nine languages, which helps convey the importance of the industry and provides talking points for members to use in their communities. SPE deploys the program through workshops at key events, virtual workshops, and the Energy4me Ambassador program. Sections and chapters across the globe are active in this program, so in 2022 SPE created the Corporate Ambassador program. Companies like ExxonMobil, EOG Resources, and Aramco Americas participated in the program. The program can help some companies meet their corporate responsibility and community outreach goals. I also spend time discussing how local sections and chapters are using the program in their communities. We highlight various initiatives including STEM education programs, workshops for teachers and guidance counselors, and outreach events like Family Science Day. The Calgary section YPs organize an annual Family Science Day, aimed at educating students about oil and gas and putting on fun experiments.

Career transformations: How career guidance counselling understands the labour market

Career Guidance shapes the labour market by providing advice to school leavers, jobseekers and career changers. While there are a vast variety of approaches within Career Guidance, arguably there are central ideas within the discourse about the labour market reflecting cultural understandings of transition and transformation. To illustrate how Career Guidance understands the labour market, this article traces a genealogy from 19th century cultural ideas about careers from Smiles and Parsons to psychologised accounts from Maslow and Rogers. These imagine career transitions as personal transformations and recommend intensive interviewing to overcome internal barriers and unleash potential. Drawing from 15 interviews with Guidance Counsellors, the contemporary presence of this understanding of the labour market is traced. This emphasis on transformation variously reflects neo-liberal enterprise culture, religious ideas of vocation and modern experiments of the self, all of which emphasise internal potential over structural forces.

Technology pedagogy content knowledge framework to prepare Indonesian career counselors

<span lang="EN-US">Technological pedagogical and content knowledge (TPACK) is one of the smart solutions for implementing learning in accordance with the demands of education by integrating technology. The purpose of the study was to analyze the competency level of counselors in Indonesia in terms of age in terms of age, gender, and level of education. The research design used a cross-sectional survey in a non-experimental quantitative study. Respondents in this study amounted to 420 counselors in Indonesia obtained by using a proportional random sampling technique. Data were collected by questionnaire technological pedagogy content knowledge test for counselors (TPACK-TFC). The results of the study found that the TPACK was owned by counselors with an average score of 46.78 in the low category. Judging from the aspect of technology knowledge (TK), a score of 59.88 was obtained in the medium category, content knowledge (CK), pedagogical knowledge (PK), pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), technological content knowledge (TCK), technological pedagogical knowledge (TPK) was at a relatively low level. The results showed that Indonesian counselors have not fully integrated learning models using aspects namely technology, pedagogy, and content, and need to get attention from the government, higher education institutions, and the community for the development of quality guidance and counseling services and counselor careers in the future.</span>

The Impact of Cultural Value Bias on Conscious Decision-Making in Counseling

Counseling is an interactive process carried out by a counselor or guidance counselor with a counselee, with the aim of helping counselees understand themselves, overcome problems and develop their inner potential. Cultural values in counseling, highlighting their influence on the counselee's decision-making process. The impact of cultural value bias in counseling sessions is detailed, stressing the risk of misinterpretation, inappropriate evaluation, and even discrimination. The impact of cultural value bias on counselee decision-making in counseling is an important factor that influences the effectiveness of counseling sessions. Efforts that can be made to avoid cultural value bias include awareness, self-reflection, multicultural approaches, and collaboration with resources, as well as counselee involvement to increase understanding. counselors in dealing with cultural diversity. This research uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLRI) method to determine the impact of cultural value bias on counselee decision making in counseling. The importance of cross-cultural counseling is conveyed, that inclusive cultural values can improve counseling relationships, reduce bias, and increase effectiveness helping clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. By understanding cultural values and implementing appropriate strategies, counselors can create a counseling environment that is more responsive, inclusive, and supportive of clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

A qualitative study on self-efficacy beliefs, self-regulation, and persistence of dentistry students

Objectives: One of the crucial stages in the journey of Philippine dentistry students is the dynamic transition from the two years of preparatory phase to the next four years of dentistry proper. Students initially have a firm commitment to finish their program. Unfortunately, multitudinous factors can drive them to drop out. Aside from knowing if self-efficacy and self-regulation beliefs play a significant role in students’ persistence, it behooves them to identify other factors of persistence. Material and Methods: A qualitative method using focus group discussion (FGD) was employed to gain a more in-depth understanding of the other factors of persistence that might be present in the students. Ten respondents representing the different subtypes of regular and irregular students were invited to be part of the FGD. Those enrolled in the clinics were excluded from the study. Questions were carefully constructed with exploratory open-ended questions to probe respondents. Results: Four themes were extracted from the content of the FGD on factors of persistence. They included (1) obedience to parents, (2) personal dreams, (3) social support, and (4) positive mindset. Conclusion: Dentistry is a challenging program. Self-regulation and self-efficacy play a significant role in students’ persistence and knowing the factors why they persist is important for educators and guidance counselors. Interventions can be designed to improve students’ self-regulation and increase students’ perceptions of their academic capabilities by guiding them through strategies that can improve their performances.

An Analysis of Stakeholders’ Perceptions of Moroccan Secondary School Quality

Quality becomes an integral part of a school when the staff’s thinking and vision align with the school’s culture as a global organization. Stakeholders such as school directors, administrators, educational inspectors, and guidance counsellors play a significant role in ensuring quality integration through effective managerial practices in schools. The research study follows a generally inductive qualitative method. The analysis used semi-structured interviews with stakeholders to explore their perceptions of quality in secondary schools. The 24 interviews were conducted, and their responses were transcribed into text, classified, sorted, and coded in the first stage. This was done with two researchers and experts in consultation. In the second stage, we utilized computer-assisted qualitative data analysis software. As a result, the sub-themes from the research have been grouped into 36 major themes in two phases. We identified perceived categories and themes that mainly revolved around the leadership of school heads and their participative management. This research contributes to an analytical discussion of school administrators’ and directors’ perceptions of quality. A set of generic and innovative multidimensional key performance indicators for school quality is finally proposed.

Ethical challenges faced by Philippine public secondary school guidance counselors under the new normal

This study aims to explore the impact of the ethical challenges faced by guidance counselors in public schools in Nueva Vizcaya in performing their tasks of counseling and providing other related services to the students in an online learning environment brought about by the COVID- 19 pandemic, and how they addressed the same. By a thorough understanding of the experiences of these public-school guidance counselors, it is hoped that new solutions or strategies to deal more effectively with such challenges can be offered. Using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA), this study examines the lived experiences of four (4) public secondary school guidance counselors who cater to the counseling needs of fifty-two public high schools in Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines. Results reveal that guidance counselors experience challenges, ethical and otherwise, in the delivery of their services to students. The most common ethical dilemmas pointed out by the participants are maintaining confidentiality of personal disclosures and student records, multiple relationships, awareness of a colleague's ethical transgression, and maintaining boundaries. Guidance counselors will always be part of the support group in the holistic formation of the learners, whether in the physical or virtual environment.

Impact of institutional and individual factors on students' academic integrity

The purpose of the study was to determine how specific institutional and individual variables determine the academic integrity of students in high schools. These factors are school location and type, religion, and course of study. In the extant research literature, these factors have not been given adequate attention with regards to their relationship with students' academic integrity in the same way that their interaction with academic achievement has been researched. The survey research design was used in the study. The authors did not manipulate or interfere in any way with the subjects, but they were allowed to respond freely to the Academic Integrity Measurement Instrument (AIMI), which is a standardized instrument. The sample consisted of 3142 males and 3708 female students in their final year of senior secondary school in Nigeria. Data was analyzed with an ANOVA. The findings revealed that students' academic integrity significantly varies based on school location and type, religion, and course of study. Each of these variables impacts students' academic integrity to the extent that preventive measures against academic dishonesty should consider these factors. The implications of the findings are that parents, school administrators, teachers, guidance counsellors, and examination bodies should collaborate to restore academic integrity in educational assessments, especially at the high school level, by beaming their searchlights on school locations, school type, and students’ religions and courses of study as potential frameworks for preventing cheating in school examinations.

Demographic Variables as Translated to Parents’ Awareness and Acceptance of Guidance Counselor's Roles and Functions

Demographic variables are set of information gathered on the basis of statistical studies pertaining to the characteristics of the various inhabitants of the locality. This study aimed to explore the level of awareness and acceptance of parents regarding the guidance counselor’s roles and functions of Tañon College. It investigates how demographic variables such as age, gender, and educational attainment influence parents' awareness and acceptance. The data were collected using a validated questionnaire and the analysis employed appropriate statistical tools such as descriptive statistics (mean, frequency count, and percentage), ANOVA, and Pearson Correlation. Result showed that parents generally exhibit a high level of awareness and acceptance with some variations across age groups and educational backgrounds. On the other hand, older parents tend to have higher levels of awareness and acceptance while females generally have a more positive views than males. Additionally, educational attainment significantly influences parental perspectives, with more educated parents showing greater awareness and acceptance. Thus, these results theorizes that the age, sex and educational attainment can diversify one’s perception and response towards awareness and acceptance in every given situation.

ASSESSMENT OF GUIDANCE SERVICES IMPLEMENTED BY SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN GENERAL SANTOS CITY, PHILIPPINES: BASIS FOR INTERVENTION PROGRAM

This study assessed the implementation of guidance services in secondary schools within General Santos City, focusing on fundamental functions performed by guidance offices, including individual inventory/cumulative records, educational and occupational information, counseling, testing, research and evaluation, follow-up and referral, and extension services. The research employed a descriptive-evaluative design, emphasizing judgment in the evaluation process. Participants in the study included 60 guidance advocates and principals or school heads from secondary schools in the DepEd Division of General Santos City. A meticulously validated survey questionnaire served as the primary tool for evaluating the services, with data analysis conducted through weighted means. The findings indicated areas in counseling and research and evaluation services that require intervention for improved implementation. Specifically, the study highlighted the inadequacy of guidance counselors for effective counseling and the limited capacity of guidance offices to conduct research and evaluation. To address these gaps, an intervention program was proposed, aiming to enhance the overall implementation of guidance services in secondary schools.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0744/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLLEGE COURSES THROUGH CAREER GUIDANCE PROGRAM (CGP) MODULES AND WORK IMMERSION (WI)

This study was conducted to determine if the conduct of Career Guidance Program (CGP) Modules and Work Immersion (WI) are really helping Grade 12 learners in choosing their right college courses. The researcher utilized descriptive research design. Then, he randomly selected the respondents from the two (2) sections of Grade 12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learners of Los Baños Senior High School (LBSHS) S. Y. 2018 - 2019. In addition to this, four (4) teachers were also chosen as additional respondents. A researcher made a questionnaire and distributed to the fourty – two (42) chosen respondents. Simple statistics like Frequency and Percentage were used to get the analysis of data. The Career Guidance Program (CGP) Modules and Work Immersion (WI) were found to provide help in choosing the college courses of Grade 12 STEM students. This is reflected on the significant learnings of the respondents. It is also visible in the identified help or assistance that they rendered to the respondents. In general, the courses taken by Grade 12 STEM students are related to their Track and Strand which are Academic and STEM respectively. This is denoted by thirty - six (36) responses or equivalent to 94.74 % the total responses. Most of the courses that they intend to take are related to Science and Mathematics. The learners are also becoming more involved in making the decisions of what particular college course they will pursue. It is visible in the percentage of their involvement particularly twelve (12) responses or 31.58 % for the child and twenty- two (22) or 57.89 % for both child and parents. It is also recommended that in the conduct of CGP Modules, consider having more self - assessment activities, and more reading and oral activities like sharing of outputs. Allot enough time to execute the modules to the SHS students. In the conduct of Work Immersion, try to make the time longer, have more exposure to actual field works and assign the students to institutions where their interests could be enhanced. In addition, other school programs or activities are suggested in order to augment the right career choices of SHS students like symposia or seminars about career path and opportunities, job fair, and organize club like peer educators or counselors club through the guidance counselors or advocates. And finally intensify the Counselling Program for SHS students focused on career pathing.