Professional Teacher Education Program Research Articles

Navigating the Digital Shift: Unveiling the TPACK Landscape among EFL Educators in Indonesia

Background: Enhancing English language learning activities can be achieved by integrating Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK). However, not all EFL teachers, particularly those participating in Indonesia's Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG), effectively harness TPACK to optimize their teaching methods. This study aims to explore TPACK proficiency among EFL teachers, emphasizing the disparities influenced by gender and school status, to guide targeted professional development strategies. Methodology: This study, conducted in 2023, was carried out by English Language Education study program lecturers who teach in the PPG. It employed a mixed-method study to investigate TPACK mastery among 285 EFL teachers. A comprehensive research questionnaire was developed and administered to assess TPACK proficiency, focusing on gender and school status as potential differentiators. Findings:The study delves into integrating TPACK dimensions in EFL teaching, revealing gender-neutral proficiency levels but significant disparities based on school status. While male and female teachers exhibited similar TPACK mastery, state school teachers demonstrated higher proficiency, indicating the influence of school context. Tailored professional development initiatives are crucial to address these disparities and foster effective technology integration in ELT, necessitating collaborative efforts among stakeholders to overcome challenges and promote innovative pedagogical practices conducive to modern learning environments. Conclusion:This study illuminates EFL teachers' TPACK mastery and obstacles and prospects. While ICT integration is difficult, the TPACK framework offers potential ways to create engaging learning environments. Successful implementation requires overcoming instructional challenges and maintaining stakeholder support. To maximize teaching and learning, educators must adapt their methods to technology. Originality: The study fills a knowledge gap by examining EFL teachers' TPACK proficiency, providing insights into gender and school status differences, and insights on challenges and opportunities. Given the prevalent use of technology in education, it is imperative to assess TPACK among professionally employed EFL teachers

Evaluating the Impact of Professional Development on STEAM Education Competency in the Industrial Revolution 5.0 Era

This research evaluates the impact of the Teacher Professional Education (PPG) program for Kindergarten educators on their understanding of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education in the context of the Industrial Revolution 5.0 and Society 5.0. Utilizing a quantitative approach with a pretest-posttest design, the study involved fifty kindergarten teachers from the PPG Daljab (In-Service Teacher Professional Education) at FITK, UIN Sunan Kalijaga. The assessment of participants, conducted through validated instruments, focused on measuring the enhancement of pedagogical competencies in STEAM before and after the program. Results indicated a notable improvement in the teachers' competencies post-intervention. The statistical analysis, including a paired t-test, showed a significant increase in test scores from the pretest to the post-test with a t-statistic of -53.58 and a p-value of 8.54 x 10^-44, highlighting a highly significant difference and validating the effectiveness of the PPG program in bolstering STEAM educational skills. Further tests for normality and homoscedasticity confirmed the reliability and validity of the data. Despite these positive outcomes, variations in test item reliability suggest the need for ongoing evaluation and refinement of assessment tools. The study underscores the potential of structured professional development programs in enhancing teacher capabilities, particularly in adapting to the demands of modern technological and interdisciplinary educational environments. It recommends further research to explore the long-term effects of such interventions on teacher competencies and to fine-tune the assessment methodologies used. This study contributes to the understanding of effective professional development in preparing educators to integrate and excel in STEAM disciplines, aligning with the educational imperatives of contemporary technological revolutions.

Evaluation of Students' Achievement in the Development of Innovative Learning Tools for PPG Computer Engineering and Informatics Students Using the Rasch Model

This research aims to measure students' performance from the Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG) in Category 1 Batch 2 Computer and Informatics Engineering at Manado State University in 2023 using the Rasch Model. The Rasch Model was chosen as a measurement method because it can provide a more accurate picture of individual student abilities, as well as identify the level of difficulty and differentiating power of each evaluation item. The research method involves collecting student performance data through various evaluation instruments, such as written exams, projects, and practical assignments. The collected data is then analyzed using the Rasch Model to evaluate the quality of the measurements and understand the extent to which the evaluation instrument can describe students' true abilities. The research results are expected to provide in-depth insight into the abilities of PPG students in Category 1 Batch 2 Computer Engineering and Informatics, as well as provide recommendations for improvements to the evaluation instruments used. Applying the Rasch Model in measuring student performance is expected to increase objectivity and accuracy in assessing students' abilities, which in turn can support improving the quality of education at Manado State University.

Development of Problem-Based Tools to Improve Thinking Abilities in In-Service PPG Program Students

This research aims to develop problem-based learning tools that empower students' thinking abilities in the In-service Teacher Professional Education Program at Unima. The learning tools developed consist of modules and LKPD for the Biology Learning Tool Development course. The development model used is the ADDIE development model consisting of four stages, namely 1) analysis, 2) design, 3) development, 4) implementation, and 5) evaluation. The results of the research are the feasibility of the learning tools which are seen based on the aspects of validity, practicality, and effectiveness of the learning tools. Next, to see the effectiveness of problem-based learning tools on thinking ability using One Group Pretest-Posttest Design which was implemented on 29 PPG Daljab Category 1 students, class 3 of 2023. The results of the research show that the learning tools are very valid with an assessment score interval between 3.5-4 and reliability between 95%-98%. The learning implementation is categorized as very good with an assessment score interval between 3.6-4 with an average reliability of 97%, the average readability level of the device based on the Gunning Fox index is 11 with medium criteria, the readability percentage of the learning device based on the readability sheet of the learning device is 97% and students provide a positive response to learning tools was 98%. The increase in students' cognitive learning outcomes can be seen from the average N-gain value for all students, namely 0.68 with medium criteria, classical completeness of 100%, and indicator completeness with an interval of 2.5-3.5. Based on the results of this research, it can be concluded that problem-based learning tools in the biology teaching tool development course are suitable for use to improve the thinking skills of students in the PPG Daljab Program at Unima.

Implementation of the Problem-Based Learning Model in Teaching of Mathematics about Adding Fractions with Different Denominators in Elementary Schools

Research has been carried out to find the level of student ability and the level of difficulty of essay questions on fractions, through polytomous data analysis by applying the Rasch model. The research was conducted in the In-Service Professional Teacher Education program, specifically in the Elementary School Teacher Education. The research was conducted at Belang 1 State Elementary School, Southeast Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, in grade 6 with a total of 27 students. Experimental research method with one group pretest-posttest design. The experimental treatment is a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) learning model. The test instrument is in the form of an essay with material on adding fractions with different denominators. The instrument was content validated through a video conference forum attended by experts, tutors, and subject teachers. Data was collected through formative pre-tests and post-tests. Scores are processed as polytomy data. Data analysis used the Rasch model with the Ministep 4.3.2 software application. The results of the analysis, as a class group, the pre-test average was 7.0 and the post-test was 77.0. This group's data shows that the use of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in mathematics learning is very effective. Another conclusion is that the Rasch Model can accurately analyze polytomous data and find 1 student who has a high ability exceeding the highest level of test item difficulty in completing the essay test on adding fractions with different denominators. Then the Rasch Model can analyze the level of difficulty of the 5 items of the essay test instrument, it was found that 2 test items had a low level of difficulty. Using the Rasch model, it is consistently detected that adding fractions with different denominators containing the number 7 is categorized as having a high level of difficulty.

Integrating Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) and Pancasila Students’ Profile Strengthening Project to Teach Advertisement Text in Senior High School

On teaching advertisement text, the teacher found the opportunity to make students enthusiastic to learn advertisement text, namely by integrating it to Pancasila students’ profile strengthening project with the theme of entrepreneurship. This integrated educational approach is put into practice by pre-service English teacher of Teacher Professional Education program at Public Senior High School 14 Semarang on teaching advertisement text. The implementation of CRT optimized the theories of Gay (2018) and the strategy from Irizarry(2015). The researchers focused to map the local wisdom culture especially the traditional food of Central Java province, Indonesia. The aim of this study was to use the CRT approach to teach advertisement text by doing the collaboration with P5 project. In light of this, the qualitative descriptive technique was chosen for the research design. The populations of this study were 10th grade students of Public Senior High School 14 Semarang. The samples used in this study were 10th grade students of Public Senior High School 14 Semarang at X-9 class. The results of this research mentioned five stages namely preparing and conditioning the class, explaining the local food branding, presenting the draft of local food advertisement target, monitoring the progress, and performing the outcomes. This research also revealed that the integration of CRT in English subjects, especially advertisement text with Pancasila students’ profile strengthening project successfully encourage the cultural sensitivity, especially traditional food. The teacher favorably acts as a facilitator who knows and assesses the mapping of the students’ original culture.

The Mainstreaming of Egalitarian Pedagogy in Sociology Learning Process

The purpose of this study was to determine the practice of teaching sociology using an egalitarian pedagogy approach in the Practice of Field Experience (PPL) II of Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG) Pre-service at SMAN 1 Masbagik, East Lombok. The method of this research was qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. The subjects of this study were students of the PPL II of PPG Pre-service at SMAN 1 Masbagik, East Lombok. Data collection techniques were observation, interviews, and documentation, while the data analysis technique used was interpretative phenomenological analysis. In the practice of learning sociology at PPL II PPG Pre-service, students as professional teacher candidates applied innovative learning models such as discovery and inquiry learning, Project Based Learning (PjBL), Problem Based Learning (PBL), and Cooperative Learning. These learning models emphasize student-centered learning where students are encouraged to be active, independent, critical, creative, interactive, and collaborative. At this point, the practice of learning sociology prioritizes group discussions, problem solving through case studies and assignments (field studies). Besides applying innovative learning models, students from the Field Experience Practice (PPL) II PPG Pre-service also used an egalitarian pedagogical approach, namely sociology learning which was designed to be more fun and meaningful so as to create learning that is more humane, dialogical, and participatory. Learning here is interpreted as learning together so as to create an egalitarian relationship between the teacher and students in the classroom where the teacher acts more as a facilitator, motivator, and inspirer.
 Keywords: pedagogy, egalitarianism, sociology, Teacher Professional Education (PPG)

The Teacher Professional Education Program: Budget Management, Academic Services, And Learning Outcomes

Budget management, academic services, and implementation of teacher professional education are important points in teacher education and training activities. The purpose of this study was to determine budget management in terms of the level of ease of managing the teacher professional education (TPEP/PPG) budget, academic services with indicators of reliability, responsiveness, assurance and empathy, and learning outcomes. A qualitative approach is used in this research method. Sources of research data were obtained from 12 PPG managers and 10 academic staff at four higher education institutions of the Ministry of Religion in Indonesia. Questionnaires and in-depth interviews were used to collect data. The study's findings show that budget management originating from state and regional government budgets does not pose many challenges because technical guidelines for budget use are already in place, and their implementation is monitored and evaluated by the ministries of technology, research, and higher education, as well as religion. Academic services are well-implemented, and learning outcomes are favorable, with a graduation rate of 80%.

Evaluation Of Program Implementation Teacher Professional Education In Online Office For Elementary School Teachers

The aim of this research is to obtain a description of data regarding the Implementation of the Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG) in Online Positions for Elementary School Teachers which is implemented by FKIP Muhammadiyah University Prof. Dr. Hamka. The in-depth study in this research uses a qualitative perspective which examines the Implementation Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG) in. Method in this research is CIPP, namely context, input, program and product of a program being implemented. The problems studied are related to the background, namely evaluating the background context of PPG UHAMKA and the institutional legal conditions of FKIP UHAMKA in developing human resource experience and infrastructure programs. In evaluating input regarding the readiness of FKIP UHAMKA in implementing PPG, PPG was presented in the position of Primary School Teacher Education (PGSD). Evaluation of learning processes or activities. Then evaluate the products resulting from the Student Performance Test (UKM PPG) in the form of increasing the number of professional teachers who are PGSD certified as evidenced by the resulting pass rate. The 2022 UHAMKA PPG PGSD Product Evaluation Program is very satisfying because the graduation rate is above 84%, this is encouraging news and should be maintained and even improved.

The Effect of Educational Qualifications and Teacher Professional Education Program on the Digital Literacy Skills of Early Childhood Educators

Digital literacy is mastered by Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers because the first education obtained by early childhood will be the foundation and basis of child development in the future. This study aims to determine whether there is an interaction between academic qualifications and teacher professional education on digital literacy. This research is quantitative research with a survey type. The study was conducted in Malang City, with data distributed through a questionnaire (G-Form). The data collected was analyzed with Two Way Anova with the help of the SPSS 26.0 application. Based on the research findings, it is known that there are differences in digital literacy skills based on the academic qualifications of Early Chilhood Education teachers (H1 accepted), there are differences in digital literacy skills based on the participation of Early Chilhood Education teachers in the Teacher Professional Education program (H2 accepted), and there is an interaction between academic qualifications and teacher professional education on digital literacy of Early Chilhood Education teachers (H3 accept). Skill development programs need to be held by schools to improve teacher competence.

The Evaluation Of Teacher Professional Education Program

This article uses the Provus Evaluation Model (Discrepancy Model) developed by Malcolm Provus. The current article aims to analyze whether the program is worth continuing, improving, or stopping. This model emphasizes the formulation of (1) standards, (2) performance, and (3) discrepancy in detail and measurable. The results show some general weaknesses of the teacher professional program (PPG), namely the lack of practical application of the program, where teachers focus too much on theory and not enough on practical teaching skills. Teachers may not receive adequate financial support for self-direction during the program or after they complete it. Some programs may not reflect the latest research and developments in education. Balancing teaching and professional development can be challenging, and some programs may not offer flexible scheduling and equity of training time for pre-service and in-service teachers.K

Adaptation and evaluation of psychometric properties of HELAM using the Rasch model in the Indonesian context

<span lang="EN-US">Many schools have shifted their learning mode from face to face to fully online in order to reduce virus transmission and avoid learning loss, resulting in accelerated use of the learning management system (LMS). The implementation of online learning over the last 3 years in Indonesia needs to be evaluated. However, the available evaluation scales are in different cultural contexts. Therefore, the existing scales should be adapted. This study aims to adapt and report the psychometric properties of the Hexagonal E-Learning Assessment Model (HELAM) scale in the context of Indonesian culture. The adaptation followed the procedure suggested by Beaton. To achieve a measurement accuracy of up to 0.5 logit at a 99% confidence level, 326 teachers taking the Teacher Professional Education (TPE) program in position program were involved. The psychometric properties of the HELAM scale were analyzed using the Rasch model to improve accuracy and observe the quality of the HELAM scale. The results of the analysis show that the HELAM scale has good psychometric properties in the context of Indonesian culture at the instrument and item level. The elements of reliability and validity have met the good criteria. Thus, the adapted HELAM scale can be applied to the Indonesian context.</span>

Teacher Professional Development through the Teacher Education Program (PPG) at Islamic Education Institutions

In the context of contemporary Islamic education, the transformation of teacher education is crucial, marking a move away from content-based instructional approaches towards developing teachers' professional competencies. This study aims to critically examine the implementation of the Professional Teacher Education Program (PPG) in Islamic Education Institutions in Indonesia, focusing on changes in management, pedagogy, educational practices, and assessment methodologies. Using a qualitative approach, the study involved teachers as the main subjects and collected data through interviews, observations, and document analysis to assess the effectiveness of the program. Instruments used included interview guidelines and observation sheets, with data analysis conducted through thematic analysis techniques. The study revealed changes in curriculum design and content, improvement in instructional, personal, and interpersonal skills, product development, increased procedural efficacy, and development of basic disciplinary competencies among teachers. The investigation provided insights into the institution's use of the seven steps of PPG, modifications to training facilities, outcome-oriented assessment methods, and program evaluation protocols in line with PPG principles. The results show the significant impact of the PPG method in improving teacher professionalism, aligning with outcomes-based teaching and evaluation, and fostering essential skills and abilities for future educators.

The influence of online learning on student professionalism Teacher professional Education Program: Studies in Islamic higher Education in Indonesia

The influence of online learning on student professionalism Teacher professional Education Program: Studies in Islamic higher Education in Indonesia

Searching for Enabling and Constraining Arrangements for Better Teaching Practices: EFL Teachers’ Narratives

Teachers’ teaching practices shape and are shaped by the arrangements in their site of practice. Such arrangements, consisting of the (cultural-discursive) “sayings”, (material-economic) “doings”, and (social-political) “relatings” of the actors involved in and the environment of the practice site, can be defined as “Practice Architectures” (Kemmis, 2019). The practice site that this study focuses on is the teaching practicum activity within a three-month in-service teacher professional education program held jointly by the Indonesian Government and a Higher Education Institution (HEI) (Program Profesi Guru Dalam Jabatan/PPG). Using the framework of Practice Architectures, the study aims to identify the arrangements that occurred and/or were provided by the program in enabling or constraining the program’s standard teaching practicum practices. Through thematic analyses of the teachers’ narratives of their teaching practicum experiences, the results show that these arrangements shaped teachers’ practices in teaching practicum, particularly in the design of the PPG program and the requirements of the assessments. The findings call for the government and HEIs to these arrangements in designing teacher professional development programs, such as the PPG program, to improve future teaching practicum experiences in the program that enable standardised and better teaching practices.

In-servıce EFL teachers’ well-beıng durıng onlıne teacher professıonal development program ın Indonesıa: An ecologıcal perspectıve.

This paper intends to scrutinize the personal and systemic factors affecting the well-being of in-service EFL teachers participating in a three-month online teacher professional education (OTPE) program in Indonesia. Moreover, it seeks to explore the resources that the teachers draw on to maintain their well-being. Six EFL teachers attending the OTPE program participated in this study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six focal participants. The data were qualitatively analyzed to find the emerging themes. The findings revealed that personal and systemic factors influenced the participants' well-being in the OTPE program. The personal factors included motivation, marital status, and spirituality, while the systemic factors encompassed the national policy on EFL teacher certification, teacher education institution, home school, and family. Moreover, the participants drew on personal resources, i.e., motivation and spirituality, and social resources, i.e., family members, colleagues, students, instructors, and fellow participants, to maintain their well-being during the OTPE program. Hence, the interplay between personal and systemic factors was quintessential to the EFL teachers' well-being in the program.

Local Government Policy in Improving the Quality of Islamic Religious Education in Bogor Regency

This study aims to examine the policies of the Bogor Regency Government in improving the quality of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in schools. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with an empirical approach. The object of this research is the policies in Bogor Regency, and the research instrument is a human instrument. This study uses document data collection techniques and interviews. The analytical method used is the policy analysis method. The result showed that the policies of the Bogor Regency Government in improving the quality of PAI were contained in the Bogor Regency Regional Regulation Number 3 of 2021 concerning Amendments to Regional Regulation Number 4 of 2019 concerning the Bogor Regency Regional Medium Term Development Plan for 2018-2023. There are three policies, they are the Bogor Ngaos policy, adding four (4) hours of PAI subjects, increasing the welfare of educators and education personnel through giving allowances for honorary PAI teachers, and the Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG) by using the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD) of Bogor Regency. These policies have a positive impact and strengthen the students' character, which finally will improve the quality of PAI in Bogor Regency.

Групповая рефлексия, направленная на позитивные изменения в формировании идентичности учителя английского языка как иностранного и их отражение в программе профессионального развития педагога

Collaborative reflection helps teachers make meaning of their professional selves. For this reason, the infusion of appreciative inquiry into collaborative reflection can strengthen the formation of teacher identity. This case study aimed to investigate how appreciative collaborative reflection catalyzed the configuration of EFL teachers' professional identities during a three-month offline teacher professional education program in Indonesia. Three EFL teachers attending the professional education program and belonging to the same group during the reflection activities took part in the current study. During the activities, the three participants showed an interpersonal bond within the group. Data in the form of narratives were obtained through a semi-structured focus group discussion with the participants. A thematic analysis was conducted to discover the data's emerging themes regarding the affordance of the reflection in accelerating teachers’ professional identity formation. The findings revealed that appreciative collaborative reflection catalyzed teachers' professional identity configuration through recollections of professional experiences, equal engagement and interconnectedness, and positivity. The data-led, personal, collaborative, and appreciative reflection fostered the cultivation of positive personal selves. It is necessary that identity-related reflections be incorporated into teacher professional development programs to help teachers cultivate and purify their professional calling.

Engaging Young Children in Learning by Project-Based Play

This study is action research conducted on in-service teachers as the participants of the teacher professional education program (TPE) at Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember. The research objective was to develop the in-servive teachers’ ability in designing and applying project-based play. Project-based play was the focus of this study, which aimed to improve the skills of in-service teachers through professional education. The Kurikulum Merdeka, which was introduced in the 2022–2023 school year, includes a new emphasis on using project-based play to teach young children. To most teachers, and especially to those who are currently teaching, the Project Play Approach is novel territory. There was a total of 12 participants across 3 cycles of the study. A video recording of the practice teaching session, cut down to 30–40 minutes, was uploaded to the LMS and used for data collection. We used a narrative inquiry method of data analysis, detailing our results and the process of providing remedial assistance in the accompanying video. This CAR helped in-service teachers become more proficient in developing and enacting project play activities in line with K13 and Kurikulum Merdeka.

CIPP Evaluation Model: Online In-service Teachers Training Program Conducted at English Language Education Study Program of Bengkulu University

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the teacher professional education program for teachers in positions that are carried out online at the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training at the University of Bengkulu. This research was conducted from September to November 2022 as a qualitative descriptive study. The instruments used were documentation, interviews, and questionnaires. Interviews were conducted with lecturers, PPG students, tutors, and school/madrasah policyholders. The questionnaire is used to see student or participant responses to the implementation of the online learning process. The CIPP evaluation model used focuses on evaluating the context, inputs, processes, and products. Sources of data were obtained from program managers, supervisors, PPG students, school/madrasah principals, tutors, and monitoring and evaluation (monev) results. The data analysis technique used is descriptive data analysis by interpreting the data from each evaluated aspect, then compared with predetermined criteria. Viewed from the context aspect, the FKIP UNIB PPG study program is under the Standard Operating Procedures as the organizer of PPG activities. From an input perspective, the PPG study program is supported by adequate human resources. All lecturers involved, educational staff, tutors, and students are by the program implementation guidelines. In the process aspect, the PPG FKIP UNIB study program has carried out PPG program activities following the SOP. This is evidenced by all the stages carried out in a structured and well-organized manner so that starting from the preparation and implementation processes go well. All well-patterned processes have an impact on the products produced. Referring to the high passing percentage of PPG participants and achieving a passing percentage proves the success of the PPG FKIP UNIB study program in implementing the PPG program. Other successes of the PPG study program have been accredited Superior.