Polytechnic Lecturers Research Articles

Strategi Peningkatan Volume Muatan Kapal Roro Trayek Makassar-Jakarta di PT Bumi Lintas Tama Kalla Lines

This study aims to determine the factors that affect the low volume of cargo and get the right action strategy to increase the volume of cargo of RollOn–RollOff (RoRo) Makassar-Jakarta route at PT Bumi Lintas Tama Kalla Lines. The type of data used in this research is quantitative data, namely about the main size of the ship (LOA, LBP, B, H and T), the ship's cargo capacity, the size of the ship's loading space, the number of ship decks, determining the internal and external factors that influence the handling of Roro Ferry shiploads with interviews and questionnaires and Questionnaire Forms. Using the method with the results obtained from the calculation of the load factor and the determination of the fishbone diagram factors to get the root cause of the lack of RoRo ship cargo volume. The sample in this study were 50 respondents consisting of practitioners at the Port and AMI Maritime Polytechnic Lecturers in Makassar. The results of this study indicate that the company adopts a conventional system that focuses on one side, namely incoming cargo or the Jakarta-Makassar route. In addition, the use of SWOT analysis found that the situation experienced by PT Bumi Lintas Tama is in quadrant IV, indicating an unfavorable situation with various internal threats and weaknesses. It is recommended to focus on strengthening internal strengths and overcoming weaknesses. As for its operational efficiency and performance, it should adopt a more holistic approach and consider using methods other than the fishbone method.

Effect of Community of Inquiry on Polytechnic Undergraduates’ Performance in English Language: A Case Study of Delta State Polytechnic, Nigeria

The study investigated effect of Community of Inquiry (CoI) on polytechnic undergraduates’ performance and interest in English Language: A case study of Delta State Polytechnic. Three objectives of the study, three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. The population of the study consisted of all the National Diploma II students who are offering the course Use of English 2 (GNS 102.1) for the 2022/2023 academic session in School of Engineering which is one hundred and eighty (180) students. The sample size of this study consisted of one hundred and eighty (180) students using census sampling technique. The instrument for the study was English Language Performance Test (EPT). Mean, standard deviation and z-test were the statistical tools used for the study. The findings revealed that there is a significant difference in the effect on the students’ pre-test and post-test mean performance in English Language. There is a significant difference in the performance of students taught English Language using Community of Inquiry (CoI) and those taught with conventional method of teaching. Furthermore, there is a significant difference in the mean performance scores of male and female students when taught English Language using Community of Inquiry (CoI) instructional strategy. Based on these findings it was recommended that lecturers should adopt the use of Community of Inquiry instructional strategy in teaching English Language in the polytechnics for improved academic performance by students. Polytechnic lecturers should be trained on how to use the current and innovative teaching strategies in the field of education for self-efficiency in the profession. Also, that students’ gender should also be considered by lecturers since the study has revealed it as a factor that can predict performance among learners before adopting any teaching strategy for maximum academic productivity.

Media Resources' Utilisation and Productivity of Lecturers’ in Public Polytechnics, South-west, Nigeria

The study was carried out with a view to investigating the influence of the utilisation of media resources on the productivity of public polytechnic lecturers in South-west, Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was adopted while close-ended questionnaire was used for data collection. A total of 735 copies of questionnaire were administered to the lecturers, while 711 (96.7%) were returned and considered appropriate for data analysis. The data collected was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings from the study revealed availability of media resources to the lecturers and that printed and non-print resources topped the list of resources available to the respondents. Also, the study established regular use of media resources by the lecturers. They made use of media resources on regular basis and majorly for the purposes of preparing lecture notes, research and publications, obtaining general knowledge, paper presentation and proposals. High level of productivity, likewise positive significant relationship between media resource utilisation and job productivity of the respondents were established. The study recommended that modern and relevant media resources be provided for the lecturers to improve academic productivity, and that the lecturers should put in more efforts in attending and participating in seminars, workshops and conferences by presenting more papers and writing more journal articles to enhance productivity level.

Sosialisasi kawasan keselamatan operasi penerbangan di Desa Durian Kecamatan Pantai Labu Kabupaten Deli Serdang

Rules related to aviation operation safety areas (KKOP) authorized by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) must be complied with. The regulations related to the KKOP must involve the community and related government employees to be implemented optimally. This is done to avoid the cause of aircraft accidents in the airport flight area. Therefore, awareness activities related to KKOP rules need to be carried out to the community and relevant local government employees. KKOP socialization in Durian Village which is directly adjacent to Kualanamu International Airport in Deli Serdang has been carried out by Medan Aviation Polytechnic lecturers through community service programs. The airport was chosen because it is the fourth largest airport with an area of 1,650 ha and is among the top 10 busiest airports in Indonesia. KKOP socialization materials include descriptions related to community activities that are contrary to KKOP rules. In addition, the elaboration of binding legal aspects related to KKOP was also conveyed in socialization activities. Thus, the rules related to KKOP are expected to be obeyed by the community around the airport. Topics related to the rights of the community around KKOP were also presented to the community.

Integrating the elements of IR4.0 into teaching and learning: are polytechnic lecturers ready

Integrating the elements of IR4.0 into teaching and learning: are polytechnic lecturers ready

Integrating the elements of IR4.0 into teaching and learning: are polytechnic lecturers ready

Integrating the elements of IR4.0 into teaching and learning: are polytechnic lecturers ready

Membangun Jiwa Kreatif dengan Ilmu Kewirausahaan Untuk Siswa-Siswi SMK Sawunggalih Kutoarjo

Creative and innovative abilities are the foundation of an entrepreneurial spirit to achieve success. An entrepreneurial spirit can encourage an independent, creative and innovative mentality, responsibility and not giving up easily in starting a business. Providing an understanding of how to start an entrepreneur so that you can create your own job opportunities, reduce the level of unemployment due to waiting for work or negative thought patterns in yourself towards the business world. From the results of our observations, we can see that the problems that exist at Sawunggalih Kutoarjo Vocational School, it has become a basic need for them to understand the concept of entrepreneurship from an early age and utilize computer information technology to support their entrepreneurial needs. To support these needs, students need knowledge related to entrepreneurship. The end of this training activity is by giving a quiz on the material. Community Service activities were carried out by Sawunggalih Aji Polytechnic lecturers with the title "Building a Creative Spirit with Entrepreneurial Knowledge of Sawunggalih Kutoarjo Vocational School Students" with Sawunggalih Vocational School activity partners. This activity ran smoothly and the success of this activity was seen from the many responses in the form of questions and success in understanding the science of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship.

Scrutinizing the Awareness of Hidden Curriculum: Connecting Lecturers to Themselves, Students, and Non-Engineering Study Programs

The hidden curriculum plays a crucial role in the entire teaching process, and there is no doubt about that. It possesses the irreplaceable value and function of explicit curriculum. Therefore, teaching at a college should pay attention to utilizing hidden curriculum. On the basis of fully understanding the characteristics and functions of the hidden curriculum, this study analyze the understanding of the hidden curriculum, interviewed selected lecturers to probe deeper regarding how they use the hidden curriculum and made observations notes on classroom environments and interactions. A mixed-method approach is used in this study. Purposive sampling was used to select 100 non-engineering lecturers in State Polytechnic of Sriwijaya for the statistical society. To collect information, survey, interview, and observation were applied. The findings showed that the majority of lecturers had knowledge of the hidden curriculum and utilized it to improve their classroom through body language, tone of voice, physical classroom changes, setting and maintaining expectations and norms, and reflecting upon their teaching. It was also found that all departments brought their mission statements and ethos to life.. A further contribution of the study is to provide a deeper understanding of the hidden curriculum enacted in private higher education, as well as what lecturers experience the hidden curriculum to be like. A better understanding of hidden curriculum is necessary to improve its use in higher education.

PEMANFAATAN TEKNOLOGI PERKANTORAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN KETRAMPILAN SISWA SMK PGRI 1 JAKARTA TIMUR

Increasingly sophisticated technology has resulted in the development of system technology in the field of administrative work in various agencies to become more effective and efficient, from light to complex administrative work. However, this must be balanced with abilities and skills that support their development. To face this progress, the world of work must always change. There are 2 things that can be done to meet these demands, namely providing competent human resources in the field of office technology, as well as providing supporting infrastructure. LP3I Jakarta Polytechnic takes part in optimizing students' abilities and skills in forming productive personnel in the field of office technology through community service activities. The aim of this activity is to make the transition to working life safer for vocational school students. The method used is the lecture method, delivery of material and discussion. The result of the service is providing useful provisions such as changing students' mindsets about their soft skills, the importance of understanding technological developments, changing behavior, and increasing knowledge about office machines. The conclusion of this service is that it provides benefits for students to become more confident and ready to compete, as productive workers in the business world. LP3I Polytechnic lecturers can use it as a place to distribute knowledge and knowledge that is beneficial to society.
 
 Keywords: Optimization; Office Technology; Knowledge

GAYA HIDUP BERKELANJUTAN DI ERA 5.0

As a prospective employee, you must understand what soft skills the job seeker requires before starting work. During recruitment, one of the effective searches for human resources is administrative selection through Curriculum Vitae (CV), then interviews, and having personal branding. Through this process, organizations can find out the qualities and abilities of prospective employees before undergoing the next selection test. Cikarang Global Laboratory Vocational School which has the hope of being able to continue to improve and innovate, to be able to produce quality output or graduates who are able to answer future challenges, either for work (B) or continuing their studies at higher education (M) or entrepreneurship to become successful entrepreneurs ( W) or what is usually called BMW. Therefore, students of SMK Laboratoroum Global Cikarang need to be given practical training when facing the world of work, by providing practice on how to make a good and attractive Curiculum Vitae (CV), have strong interview skills, and have unique personal branding. In line with the obligations of lecturers in the Tri Dharma of higher education, LP3I Jakarta Polytechnic lecturers have the opportunity to carry out this community service
 
 Keywords: Personal Branding, Curriculum Vitae, Interview

Kesalahan Berbahasa Dalam Presentansi Dosen Politeknik Negeri Bali

The research entitled Language Errors in Lecturer Presentations at the Bali State Polytechnic aims to determine the level of speech language used in lecturer meetings at the Bali State Polytechnic. This is important because there is a tendency for the pronunciation of words, terms and sentences to be less in accordance with the applicable rules, such as the mention of words, terms and sentences which tend to violate the applicable rules. This study used the observation method, while the technique used was recording and note taking. The target of this research is that the lecturers are proud to use good and correct Indonesian, which in the end the lecturers are able to use spoken Indonesian in meetings or other language activities among fellow lecturers. The results of this study indicate that the use of standard words, pronunciation, and word choice are almost in accordance with the applicable rules. This can be seen in the word choice presentation situation with a score of 88.36 classified as an A. In terms of terms, there is a tendency to use foreign and regional terms which are very proud, namely with a score of 95.48. This value is also classified as very good, with a very satisfactory predicate. In contrast, the use of effective sentences in presentations is not satisfactory. This can be seen from the value of the order of the sentence, which only gets a score of 63.95, which is classified as not good. Thus, the average value in the order of words, terms, and sentences is 82.60. It can be said that the use of the Balinese State Polytechnic lecturer's speech in the presentation is very good.

E-learning resources for teaching in office technology and management in polytechnics in North Central States

This study was conducted to examine the e-learning resources for teaching in Office Technology and Management in Polytechnics in North Central States. The researcher adopted survey research design for the study. The population for the study comprised 114 Office Technology and Management lecturers in Polytechnics in North Central States. The entire population was studied; therefore, no sample was drawn. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire of 28 items. The instrument was validated by three experts in Office Technology and Management. Out of 114 copies of the questionnaire distributed, 110 were duly completed and returned representing 96% return rate. Data collected were analysed using mean and standard deviation. The result of the analyses showed that e-learning hardware, software and human resources were required for teaching in Office Technology and Management in Polytechnics in North Central States. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher recommended among others that: Institutions engaged in online training should provide adequate e-learning hardware resources for training in Office Technology and Management in Polytechnics in North Central States; appropriate e-learning software resources such as application software should be provided for effective teaching and learning in Office Technology and Management in Polytechnics in North Central State. Being that all activities of any enterprise are initiated and determined by the human capital that make up that enterprise, qualified and adequate human resources should be engaged for teaching and learning in Office Technology and Management in Polytechnics in North Central States.

Competencies Needed forImproving Teaching Among Lecturers ofPolytechnics inNorth-Western Nigeria

The study was carried out to determine the competencies needed for improving teaching among lecturers of polytechnics in North-western Nigeria. A polytechnic was established in Nigeria to train individuals to learn a specific skill using competent lecturers for employment or self-reliance after graduation.These lecturers are very essential to the quality of students of electrical/ electronic technology in the polytechnics. However, technology dynamism has become a serious challenge for the lecturers to perform their teaching tasks. Hence the need for lecturers to continually improved on their competence and knowledge of the subject matter content they teach.The study is also to identify any difference of competency needed among the institutions. 122 electrical/electronic lecturers from nine universities were purposely selected as respondents for the study whose consisted of 55 lecturers fromfive state polytechnics and 67 lecturers fromfour federal polytechnics. The study adopted survey research design and used structured questionnaire as the main instrument for the data collection. The questionnaires were developed and distributedtorespondents.Mean and improvement needed indexanalysis were used for data analysis to achieve the research objective whilst t-testwas used to test the significance difference between the institutions.It was found that electrical/electronic lecturers in polytechnics need improvement of their competencies related to knowledge and skills in the subject matter. However, there was no significant difference of competency needed between the lecturers in state and federal polytechnics on the teaching subject matter. The implication of the finding is that the location of the lecturers did not significantly affect their opinion in the competencies.In conclusion, lecturers of electrical/electronic technology from the polytechnics has low competency in executing technical task assigned to them within the study area which required adequate investigation by determining the competencies of lecturers who happen to be the main implementers of the electrical/electronic programme. Therefore, it isrecommended that the schools administrators should continually organized workshop and training for lecturers to build their capacity in order for the lecturers to always develop their competencies to effectively teach the contents of the subject assigned to them.

The Impact of Transformational Leadership on The Mentoring Approach of Polytechnic Lecturers in The Pahang Zone

Transformational leadership is a paradigm shift in administration to achieve the mission, vision and goals of an organization. The best transformational leadership is a leader who is able to implement change in achieving glory and success. Coinciding with the goal of transformational leadership, this study was conducted to identify the level of effectiveness of transformational leadership and the readiness of polytechnic lecturers in the Pahang Zone to implement the mentoring approach. The study was carried out at three polytechnics in the Pahang Zone, namely Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Polytechnic, Muadzam Shah Polytechnic and Kuantan Metro Polytechnic using descriptive quantitative research methods. The questionnaire was used as a research instrument in the form of a google form, distributed to 234 polytechnic lecturers in the Pahang Zone. The findings of the study show that the level of effectiveness of the director's transformational leadership and the willingness of polytechnic lecturers in the Pahang Zone to implement the mentoring approach method is at a high level. The data shows a high relationship between the level of effectiveness of transformational leadership and the willingness of polytechnic lecturers in the Pahang Zone to implement the mentoring approach. The study also shows that there is a significant relationship on all four dimensions of the effectiveness of transformational leadership with the willingness of polytechnic lecturers in the Pahang Zone to implement the mentoring approach. Overall, this study concluded that the level of effectiveness of transformational leadership has a significant relationship with the willingness of polytechnic lecturers in the Pahang Zone to implement the mentoring approach.

Pengaruh Kecerdasan Emosional dan Iklim Organisasi terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Dosen Politeknik Negeri Jakarta

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of both individually and collectively on emotional intelligence and organizational climate on the job satisfaction of lecturers at the Jakarta State Polytechnic. In this research, the method used is a survei method with a quantitative research approach using path analysis techniques. The population is all lecturers at the Jakarta State Polytechnic (325 people); using the Slovin formula, a sample of 77 people is obtained. This path analysis examines the effect of emotional intelligence using self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills, and organizational climate using job situation and task, responsibility, identity, warmth, support, and conflict indicators on job satisfaction. With indicators of compensation, the work itself, promotion, and supervision, the result is that the emotional intelligence of lecturers influences the increased job satisfaction of lecturers; increasing job satisfaction is due to the increasing organizational climate at the Jakarta State Polytechnic and the simultaneous increase in Emotional Intelligence and Organizational Climate causes Job satisfaction of Jakarta State Polytechnic lecturers.

USING THE TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTANCE MODEL TO PREDICT LECTURERS’ ACCEPTANCE OF AUGMENTED REALITY NOTES

Teaching and learning have already been leaping forward by adding advanced technologies such as augmented reality. The main purpose of this study is to predict Malaysian Polytechnic lecturers who teach Wireless Communication subject, on their acceptance level of incorporating Augmented reality into learning material using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The questionnaire was distributed to 40 polytechnic lecturers who teach this subject nationwide. Pearson Correlation analysis using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software was used to test all the hypotheses. The data analysis indicates that about 87.5 % of Malaysian polytechnic lecturers who teach wireless communication subject currently accept to incorporate AR in that subject. Using Technology Acceptance Model, the study reveals that lecturers perceived that Augmented Reality is easy to use (PEOU), and useful (PU) and therefore has a positive attitude (ATU) towards using it. This results in positive behavioral intention (BI) to use AR in their teaching and learning material for this subject. This study emphasizes on TAM model to understand and explain behavioral intention to use Augmented Reality among Malaysian polytechnic lecturers who teach wireless communication subject. However, the scope of this study can be widened by investigating the acceptance level for other subjects too.

Knowledge Sharing Behavior Model of Polytechnic Lecturer

Knowledge sharing is very important for lecturers in implementing the tri dharma of higher education. By sharing knowledge, it will create creative ideas and innovations for lecturers. This study aims to find out how the behavior of sharing knowledge of polytechnic lecturers. Research on the knowledge sharing behavior of polytechnic lecturers has never been carried out. The research sample was 200 lecturers at the first six polytechnics in Indonesia. The behavior of sharing knowledge is seen from three factors: knowledge donating, knowledge collecting, and technology. The data was processed using LISREL 8.80. The results of the research are the dominant dimension in supporting the sharing of lecturers' knowledge. Polytechnics lecturer also tend to collecting more knowledge than share knowledge. This can be due to the lack of motivation of lecturers to share and competition. For this reason, polytechnic university management needs efforts to improve the culture of knowledge sharing among lecturers.

PELATIHAN KIAT MENJADI PEMBELAJAR BAHASA INGGRIS YANG LEBIH BERHASIL BAGI SISWA SMA/SMK DI KOTA PALEMBANG

English is an international language in Indonesia. It is important for students to master English because of its very central role in every aspect of this country. SMA and SMK students in Palembang City should prepare more seriously for their English language skills to face a better future. The English they study will have a very significant effect when they continue their education to tertiary level or enter the world of work. In this activity, the Darussalam Polytechnic lecturers, especially the lecturers for the English course, provided very important information for students in Palembang City to be successful in mastering English. This activity was carried out through a Zoom meeting with 40 participants consisting of high school and vocational students in Palembang City. This activity was carried out for 1 day on September 4 2022

Implementation Islamic Practices among Excellent Islamic Education Lecturers in Polytechnic: A Case Study

Implementation Islamic Practices among Excellent Islamic Education Lecturers in Polytechnic: A Case Study

PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN MENGENAI DESAIN LABEL DAN KEMASAN PADA PRODUK OLEH-OLEH DI DESA WIDARAPAYUNG WETAN KABUPATEN CILACAP

The number of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia as of September 2021 reached 64.2 million by contributing a GDP of around 61.07 percent and being able to absorb 97% of the total existing workforce, and was able to collect 60.42% of the total investment in Indonesia. This indicates that MSMEs have great potential to be developed, besides that MSMEs also contribute gross domestic product (GDP) in Indonesia, open opportunities to empower family finances, open business opportunities and absorb labor which in turn can improve the economy in Indonesia. However, the last two, the whole world has experienced economic paralysis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, as well as what happened in Indonesia. One of them has experienced a bad impact on MSMEs/ MSEs. The product of various chips "Tunggal Makmur" is a household industry that still survives today even though with Covid-19, production has decreased by up to 50% during the Covid-19 pandemic. For the conditions mentioned above, the Cilacap State Polytechnic Lecturer intends to carry out Community Service (PKM) at the location of various chips in Widarapayung Wetan village, Cilacap Regency. Community service aims to provide information and knowledge coaching to increase understanding of the important role of business in packaging various chips to attract buyers. The method used in this activity is by surveying methods and directly involving spaciousness to conduct coaching and conducting questions and answers with participants. What is expected by guiding to increase understanding of information and knowledge and socialization is to be able to increase sales by providing attractive packaging and labels. The output will be produced in the form of videos and journals.