Indonesian Higher Education Research Articles

Developing an Instrument and Assessing SDGs Implementation in Indonesian Higher Education

Developing an Instrument and Assessing SDGs Implementation in Indonesian Higher Education

Perceptions of Students in the Field of Education towards the Freedom of Learning Independent Campus Policy

Higher education in Indonesia has experienced significant developments in recent years, one of the latest efforts is the MBKM policy. Although MBKM brings hope for improving the quality of education and student independence, there are varying perceptions and reactions among students, especially in the education sector. The aim of the research is to explain the perceptions and understanding of education students regarding MBKM policies. This research uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive research design, to achieve the research objectives. The respondents in this study were 164 students. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive analysis using percentages to get an overview of student perceptions, with the help of the SPSS program. The research results show that the majority of students have a good understanding of the MBKM policy, the MBKM Teaching Assistance activity in the Education Unit is the most familiar and most popular activity, and students have several concerns when they take part in the MBKM program. This research contributes both theoretically and practically.

Work Loyalty and Work Discipline Increase Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) at Universitas Perintis Indonesia

Higher education in Indonesia has experienced rapid development in recent decades, with universities that are central to the delivery of higher education playing an important role in producing quality human resources. In the face of this dynamic development, internal factors in academic organizations, such as job satisfaction, job loyalty, and lecturer work discipline, play a key role in maintaining the quality of teaching, research, and community service. Although job satisfaction, job loyalty, and work discipline have been widely studied in the context of organizations, there have not been many studies that examine the relationship between the three with Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) in lecturers in universities in Indonesia. OCB covers voluntary behaviors that are not included in the formal job description, but have a positive contribution to the overall well-being of the organization. This study aims to determine the Effect of Job Satisfaction, Work Loyalty, and Work Discipline on OCB (Organizational Citizenship Behavior) on Lecturers of Universitas Perintis Indonesia. This study used a quantitative approach with survey methods to collect data from respondents. By using multiple linear regression analysis. Through a questionnaire of 108 respondents, the results turned out to be variables of Job Satisfaction, Work Loyalty, and Work Discipline together against OCB (Organizational Citizenship Behavior) of 0.660 or 66%. It can be concluded that there is a positive and significant influence of Job Satisfaction on OCB (Organizational Citizenship Behavior). The findings of this study can provide practical recommendations to improve job satisfaction, job loyalty, and work discipline, as well as motivate OCB among Universitas Perintis Indonesia lecturers.

Theorizing the professional habitus: operationalizing Bourdieu to explore the role of pedigree in Indonesian higher education

Academia today is deeply hierarchical and continues to be centered around perceptions of prestige and symbolic capital. The symbolic capital, or pedigree, associated with the training one receives at the graduate level greatly informs how academics navigate their careers and how they advance professionally. In investigating the formation of the professional habitus of Indonesian academics, we are interested in how their graduate training informs both their career progression and their teaching practices. We theorize graduate training using the terms ‘hybrid’ for the participants who have a mix of overseas and domestic training and ‘homegrown’ for those who were educated solely in Indonesia. The data suggests that hybrid academics in Indonesia are more open to innovating their teaching practice and advance at a quicker pace than homegrown academics.

Management of Leader Quality and Modern Leadership for Religious-Based Higher Education Improvement

This study aimed to analyze in depth and objectively the quality of modern management of leaders and leadership in religious-based higher education in Indonesia to find a model for higher education quality improvement. This research was based on a qualitative approach known as phenomenology. Data collection was carried out through participant observation by interview and document study. Data analysis and interpretation showed that: (1) The main problem was poor management quality; (2) Weak management quality was caused by nerveless leaders and leadership. This primary factor influences other factors, just as they all affect one another.

ADL relational global leadership: a leadership approach to accelerate the internationalization of Islamic higher education in Indonesia

ABSTRACT This study aims to conceptualize a new variable as an intervention in the relationship between leader personality and the internationalization of Islamic higher education (IIHE) in Indonesia. The variable is ‘adl relational global leadership (ARGL), which is the integration between global leadership and Islamic values. The methodology is to derive an integrated theory of leadership and Islamic values based on logical connections. ARGL is used to mediate openness to experience and tawadhu toward IIHE. The results of this conceptual study show that ARGL can improve IIHE, while openness to experience and tawadhu affects the formation of ARGL. This conceptual research provides a theoretical contribution to the development of global leadership, by offering a new concept of ARGL, namely global leaders who are intervened with Islamic values demonstrates the potential to support and promote IIHE. Based on the results of this study, it is recommended that the leader’s personality influences ARGL which ultimately drives IIHE. Openness to experience and tawadhu can be the basis for assessing and selecting global leaders needed by internationally oriented universities. This study adds to the existing literature, with a new concept of ARGL that higher education needs to succeed in internationalization.

THE ANALYSIS OF PARTIAL EFFECT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE MODERATION, TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP, AND LOCAL CULTURE, TOWARD PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION ORGANIZATION CHANGES

Purpose: This paper aims to analyse the partial effect and moderation between variables of organizational culture, transformational leadership, and local culture; toward organizational changes. Theorical framework: The process of higher education in Indonesia cannot be separated from government intervention as the highest stakeholder, including in educational institutions. Some policies related to the curriculum, teaching staff, education staff, facilities, administration, and so on. Thus, higher education providers must fulfil administrative elements predominantly, rather than developing knowledge and skills. By looking at this phenomenon, there has to be a link between political interests, policies, and higher education (Zhai and Yuan, 2019). Design/methodology/approach: This study uses descriptive qualitative analysis. Data analysis used in this study is using SmartPLS 3.0 with 315 samples of higher education institution leaders in Jakarta. The research questions of this study are: a. the Effects of organizational culture on organizational change; b. the impact of transformational leadership on organizational change; c. impact of local culture on organizational change; d. the impact of transformational leadership facilitation on organizational change; e. effects of local culture moderation on the relationship between organizational culture and organizational change. Findings: The results of this study are: 1) organizational culture has positive and significant impact toward organization changes (relatively low, only 7.1%); 2) transformational leadership has positive and significant impact toward organization changes (relatively high, 88.9%); 3) local culture has positive and significant impact toward organization changes (relatively low, only 5.3%); 4) transformational leadership has no moderation relationship between organizational culture and organization changes; 5) local culture has no moderation relationship between organizational culture and organization changes, hence those two moderation variables are not getting stronger nor weaken. They are independently has partial effect to the organization and need no moderation toward organizational culture to achieve organization changes. Research, Practical & Social Implications: This study has come up with empiric and scientific findings that transformational leadership has the highest effect toward organizational changes in private owned higher education organizations in Jakarta, Indonesia. Originality/value: The novelty of this study has shown that shows that transformational leadership has the greatest impact on organizational change in a private university in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Validation of the sport education scale for higher education students in the Indonesian version

Background Problems: At the higher education level, there is no valid and reliable perception instrument about Sport Education. Research Objectives: This study aims to adapt the Sport Education Scale and provide validity and reliability evidence for used in the Indonesian context of higher education. Methods: The research method used survey. A convenient sample of 156 students who had been taught Sport Education participated in this study, who completed the Sport Education Scale. The research instrument used the Sport Education Scale. Data analysis techniques used confirmation factor analysis. Findings and Results: The results of this study confirmed that the Indonesian version of the Sport Education Scale for Higher Education can be used to assess the features of Sport Education in the context of Higher Education. The research in this study refers to it as the “Indonesian version of the Higher Education Sport Education Scale”. Conclusion: The Indonesian version of the Higher Education-Sports Education Scale implemented through the Sports Education curriculum is able to make a positive contribution to the development of Higher Education curriculum in Indonesia, especially those that adopt the Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka approach. In line with these findings, future research should focus on further investigation related to the application of the Sports Education Scale at educational levels other than Higher Education in Indonesia. In addition, recommendations for future research may include the development of sports teaching methods that focus on educational values and an increased understanding of the benefits of Sports Education in the context of Higher Education. This helps improve the quality of the Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka curriculum in Indonesia.

Factors contributing to online learning satisfaction during Covid-19 pandemic in higher education in Indonesia

To prevent the transmission of COVID-19, the learning process that used to be face-to-face meetings has turned into online learning. In the online learning context, students’ satisfaction is one of the crucial aspects. However, limited research has looked at the factors contributing to students’ satisfaction in developing countries, including Indonesia. This study investigated the determinants of online learning satisfaction among undergraduate students in Indonesia during the pandemic COVID-19. A total of 267 students aged 17-28 years old (M=20.07, SD=1.40) were participated in this study through accidental sampling technique. This study applied a quantitative approach with six instruments: online learning satisfaction, online learning readiness, academic stress, learner-content interaction, learner-learner interaction, and learner-instructor interaction. Multiple regression analysis showed that only online learning readiness and learner-content interaction were contributed significantly to online learning satisfaction (R2 = .36, F (2,262) = 36.80, p .001). Furthermore, learner-content interaction had a more considerable contribution (b=1.41, p.001) to online learning satisfaction than online learning readiness (b=.15, p=.03). The theoretical and practical implications of this study are discussed.

Strengthening MBKM Ecosystem: A Comprehensive Approach through Satgas PPKS to Address Sexual Violence in Indonesian Higher Education

This research aims to strengthen the MBKM ecosystem through the PPKS Task Force in all Indonesian universities, in accordance with Permendikbudristek Number 30 of 2021. This initiative supports the concept of Independent Learning Campus Independence with a focus on freedom, innovation and independence. Sexual violence was identified as a major obstacle to creating an inclusive learning environment. The PPKS Task Force, like at USU, UM, and UPR, is collaborating with Puspeka to provide training and use creative media such as comics and videos to increase students' understanding and awareness regarding this issue. However, participation in PPKS socialization is still minimal, and this research suggests increasing the use of creative media to disseminate information. This study was conducted at seven universities in six provinces of Indonesia, using the Participatory Action Research method with the active participation of students, lecturers and education staff. The development of creative media, such as short films and short stories, is field tested to strengthen understanding regarding PPKS and build an inclusive and healthy educational environment. The research findings demonstrate the urgency of addressing sexual violence in higher education and recommend a more targeted and comprehensive awareness campaign to increase understanding and participation in PPKS initiatives throughout Indonesia.

A Critical Discourse Analysis of Religious Moderation Values in the Indonesian EFL Classroom: Teachers' Perspective

This qualitative phenomenological research used Fairclough's Critical Discourse Analysis model. The primary data sources for this research are English lecturers in Indonesian universities: Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda, Universitas Islam Negeri Antasari Banjarmasin, and Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel related to discourses in English lectures. Secondary data from this research was the information about discourse development obtained from data-documentation sources in the form of literature studies from research sources, whether from proceedings, journal articles, theses, or dissertations. The research data analysis used critical discourse analysis, which was developed by Fairclough. This discourse analysis reveals that the English-speaking courses thoroughly integrate dimensions of moderate Islamic perspectives promoted by the Indonesian government - tolerance, non-violence, cultural groundedness, and national unity. Lecturers consciously amplify ideological content and participatory formats embodying these moderate religiosity traits. In short, the classes linguistically reproduce state-ordained religious moderation through textual and structural infusion of key elements. This signals a systemic alignment between English language pedagogy and the cultivation of ideals mandated more broadly across Indonesian higher education.

Development and evaluation of religious moderation education curriculum at higher education in Indonesia

Development and evaluation of religious moderation education curriculum at higher education in Indonesia

Empowering Reading Habit of English Fiction Books to Improve English Vocabulary: Evidence from Students in an Indonesian Higher Education

Low English literacy has a major impact on the education sector. In particular, it has an impact on less qualified human resources. This study aims to explore the students’ perception of reading habits on English fiction books to improve English vocabulary in Indonesian higher education. This study used a qualitative case study method. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with four students consisting of two female and two male students from the English Education Department. The results of the study reveal that students believe that reading fiction books can help them memorize English vocabulary, and English fiction books can enrich English vocabulary, especially new words. On the other hand, some challenges appear in reading English fiction books. These include the difficulty of understanding unfamiliar words in English fiction books among male students and the need for sufficient time to read English fiction books completely. Finally, the implication of this study was discussed.

Concept Analysis and Implementation of “Kampus Merdeka” in Civics Learning for PGMI Study Program Students

This research aims to investigate the implementation of Kampus Merdeka as an innovation in higher education in Indonesia, with a focus on Civic Education (Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan or PKN) learning. The research method used is qualitative with a literature review approach, exploring the concepts and implementation of Kampus Merdeka and its impact on the development of students' skills. The results show that Kampus Merdeka provides autonomy and flexibility to students, stimulates innovation, and creates an adaptive learning environment. The implementation of this program in PKN has successfully made a positive contribution to the demographic bonus through mandatory learning and integrating service learning to enhance student engagement in the community. Despite facing challenges such as efficient academic management and limited resources, Kampus Merdeka Belajar is considered a strategic step in the transformation of higher education. In conclusion, Kampus Merdeka serves as an innovative platform supporting student development, aligning learning with the demands of the times, and reaffirming commitment to the quality of higher education in Indonesia.

Unemployment Rates in Vocational Education in Indonesia Using Economic and Statistical Analysis

The linear regression model is used in this research to study the influence of the independent variable on the dependent variable. The dependent variable Y is the unemployment rate in vocational education, while the independent variables are X1 in the form of Job Opportunities, X2 in the form of Policy and X3 in the form of Area. To estimate model parameters, the Ordinary Least Square method is used. The research results show that the three independent variables have a significant effect on the dependent variable. Variable X1 has a significant positive effect on the unemployment rate, variables X2 and X3 have a significant negative effect on the unemployment rate in vocational higher education in Indonesia. From the results of this research, there has been an oversupply of labor in vocational higher education in Indonesia.

A Study on the Protection of Lecturer’s Rights According to Employment Law No. 13 of 2003 for Higher Education Organisation

Lecturers are crucial for enhancing higher education in Indonesia, and their well-being and rights must be secured for optimal performance. This study examines the protection of faculty rights based on the application of Law No. 13 of 2003 on Employment by higher education foundations. Using normative juridical methods along with conceptual and contextual approaches, the research involved literature reviews, legislation analysis, and interviews with 30 lecturers and foundations. Findings reveal that facultyrights protection by foundations is insufficient. Evidence includes lecturers not receiving salaries and benefits per legislative provisions and an imbalance between their workload and rights. Additionally, there is a lack of clear legal protection for lecturers. The study suggests that improvements are needed from various stakeholders. The government should strengthen regulations related to lecturers' rights protection, university foundations must commit more to safeguarding these rights, and lecturers need to be more aware of and assertive about their rights. By addressing these issues, the research aims to enhance the quality of higher education in Indonesia by ensuring lecturers receive their due rights.

The effect of brand personality, brand-self congruity, and brand love on E-WOM in Islamic higher education in Indonesia: A mediating effect of brand trust

The competitive landscape among universities in Indonesia necessitates Islamic higher education institutions to attend to all aspects of marketing. This study explores the influence of brand personality (BP), brand self-congruity (BSC), and brand love on electronic word of mouth (e-WoM), with brand trust as a mediator. The research involved 404 participants from Antasari State Islamic University Banjarmasin, who were selected using convenience and snowball sampling techniques. Data collection was conducted through online questionnaires. Utilizing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) methodology with SmartPLS version 4.0.9.9 as the analytical tool, the study found that BP active and responsible impact brand trust but do not affect e-WoM. However, BP active more more affect than responsible. Conversely, BSC significantly influences e-WoM. Additionally, brand love influences brand trust and e-WoM, while brand trust does not influence e-WoM. Noteworthy is brand love's substantial role in shaping brand trust and e-WoM variables. These findings highlight the discrepancy in research outcomes regarding BP, BSC, brand love, brand trust, and e-WoM between the higher education and business sectors. The study contributes to theoretical gaps in understanding branding within Islamic higher education (IHE). It suggests further research encompassing various types of universities and exploring other variables that influence brand trust and e-WoM within the IHE context.

Promoting Sustainable Development Goals in Islamic University of Raden Intan Lampung

This research aims to investigate the efforts and policies implemented by Islamic University of Raden Intan Lampung in promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Achievement Targets of Students. This research employs a qualitative descriptive research method, focusing on the integration of SDGs into the university’s vision, mission, and curriculum, the research involves policy analysis, interviews with decision-makers about the programs that support the SDGs. The research results indicate that the university has actively incorporated sustainable development principles into various aspects of campus life. The university’s vision and mission explicitly reflect a commitment to the SDGs, and the implementation of a curriculum that supports sustainable learning is a primary focus. Support for student activities, such as the Student KSE (Kelompok Studi Ekologi), and efforts to empower students through the selection of Environmental Ambassadors, demonstrate the university’s commitment to shaping environmentally conscious young leaders. Conclusion, this research provides valuable insights into the steps taken by Islamic University of Raden Intan Lampung to achieve its goals related to sustainable development. The implications of these findings may contribute to other universities wishing to adopt sustainable practices in the context of Islamic higher education in Indonesia.

Digital Ethics Model Concerning the Use of ChatGPT in Indonesian Higher Education

Digital Ethics Model Concerning the Use of ChatGPT in Indonesian Higher Education

Does Artificial Intelligence (AI) Play Roles in Enhancing Academic Writing? Unravelling Lecturers’ Voices in Indonesian Higher Education

Does Artificial Intelligence (AI) Play Roles in Enhancing Academic Writing? Unravelling Lecturers’ Voices in Indonesian Higher Education