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Item Embargo Exploring the role of peer relationships in student wellbeing : a case study of female students in junior high school at a modern pesantren in Indonesia(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Salsabila Abdul Ghofur; Bambang Sumintono; Tati Lathipatud DurriyahThe well-being of students in educational institutions is influenced by many factors including their peer relationships. In the context of a modern Pesantren—an Islamic boarding school in Indonesia—these relationships are especially significant due to the close-knit communal living arrangements and the integration of religious and modern education. This study aims to explore the dynamics of peer relationships among female students in a modern Pesantren and examine their impact on various aspects of student well-being, including social relationships, emotional support, self-perception, autonomy, and mental health. A qualitative methodology was employed, involving semi-structured interviews with a purposively selected sample of female students at a modern Pesantren in Indonesia. Additionally, observation and focus group discussions were utilized to triangulate the data. The findings reveal that supportive peer relationships significantly enhance the students' emotional and social wellbeing. Students reported a high degree of acceptance and comfort within their peer groups, contributing to positive self-perception and mental health. The communal environment of the Pesantren, characterized by shared activities and collective experiences, fosters a strong sense of belonging and emotional security. Moreover, the implementation of the Pesantren's foundational principles, such as Panca Jiwa, Panca Jangka, and Panca Bina, plays a crucial role in promoting a nurturing and inclusive environment. This study concludes that fostering strong peer relationships in educational settings like Pesantren is essential for the holistic development of students. The findings underscore the importance of creating supportive and inclusive social environments to enhance student well-being, with implications for educational practices and policies in similar contexts. This research contributes to the broader discourse on student well-being and peer relationships in educational settings by providing a deeper understanding of the social dynamics within Pesantren.Item Embargo Gender differences in stress perception, stress causes, stress coping strategies among student parents(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Ghufronakallah; Nina Nurmila; Charyna Ayu RizkyantiCarrying out many roles and responsibilities that must be completed simultaneously by student parents may cause them to experience stress, which can affect their well-being. The objectives of this study are: (1) To understand how male and female student parents perceive stress, (2) To explore factors that cause stress between male and female student parents, (3) To find out the differences in stress coping strategies used by male and female student parents. This research explores the theoretical framework of stress and coping based on Lazarus and Folkman's Transactional Model of Stress and Coping (1984) to understand the interaction between individuals and their environment in responding to stress. Coping strategies were categorized into problem-focused coping and emotion-focused coping, highlighting the different approaches used by student parents to deal with stress. This research uses a qualitative approach, with semi-structured interviews and observations as data collection methods, to obtain an in-depth picture of the perception of stress, factors that cause stress, and stress coping strategies among male and female student parents at one of the universities in Depok. A purposive sampling technique was used to select participants, where participants had to meet the criteria to achieve the research objectives. 14 participants in total consisting of seven male student parents and seven female student parents were involved in this study. The findings of this research reveal: (1) various perceptions of stress by student parents, namely overthinking, unreadiness, burnout, unstable emotion, confusion, and incapability; (2) factors faced by student parents include family problems, especially those related to children's health, academic pressure, financial problems, and sexual needs; (3) the coping strategies used by student parents show that most participants both male and female student parents used Emotional Focus Coping (EFC) to deal with stress, in which male student parents tend to use avoidance-based EFC, such as engaging in activities such as sports, hobbies and entertainment, while female student parents are more likely to utilize self-reflection and positive reappraisal through writing and prayer. Based on the above findings, this study recommends that the university provide a counseling center (which applies therapeutic methods), peer support groups, and health services to help student parents deal with stress and other well-being difficulties.Item Controlled Access Afghan girls' child marriage and its impact on their educational journey in Afghanistan(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Delju, Zulaikha; Nina Nurmila; Destina Wahyu WinartiThrough the historical lens, education in Afghanistan has gone through many ups and downs, especially regarding women’s education and the challenges Afghan women face due to instability in female education. Education is essential for personal and societal advancement, but gender inequities, cultural norms, and continuous violence in Afghanistan limit access, especially for girls through child marriage. This study has three objectives: (1) to investigate the elements influencing parents' choices regarding their daughters' young marriages, emphasizing their lack of concern for education; (2) to explore the consequences of early marriage on Afghan girls’ educational opportunities, (3) to explore how educational opportunities contribute to a better life for Afghan girls. This study uses qualitative research methodology to investigate Afghan girls' child marriage and its impact on their educational journey in Afghanistan. The data were collected through semi-structured or in-depth online interviews. This study involved three types of participants: (1) parents, (2) married girls who continued their education, and (3) girls who married young and were unable to continue their education. The participants in this study are from different provinces of Afghanistan, comprising 20 participants. The study's findings identified (1) multiple factors that lead parents to decide on the early marriage of their daughters, such as safety concerns, cultural norms and expectations, economic pressure, a lack of parental education, and the ban on female education; (2) the consequences of early marriage on Afghan girls’ educational opportunities are the interruption of education, mental and physical health issues, and limited educational support; (3) education has a positive impact on Afghan girls' lives in terms of empowerment and independence, improved quality of life, resistance to harmful practices, and enhanced social status. This research addresses the data gap concerning child marriage and its educational consequences, offering new insights where limited studies exist. By highlighting the role of girls' education in sustainable development, the research aims to raise awareness and potentially reduce child marriages. It emphasizes the human rights violations inherent in child marriage and advocates for young girls' educational rights. The findings can assist national and international organizations in community awareness initiatives and inform evidence-based policymaking to end child marriage and promote girls' education. Ultimately, the study seeks to influence stakeholders to prioritize investments in girls' education and protection from early marriage, enhancing the quality and number of educated females in Afghanistan's workforce. Lastly, this research recommends a permanent international policy for Afghan women's education and human rights. In case of any political instability, women's education should be safeguarded.Item Embargo Investigating school readiness : teachers and parents’s perspectives and practices in a public kindergarten located in Tangerang(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Catur Niasari; Tati Lathipatud Durriyah; Charyna Ayu RizkyantiEarly childhood education programs can serve as a beneficial starting point for promoting school readiness. Children can strengthen the foundational learning processes that will affect their lives in the future during early childhood programs. This study utilizes a qualitative case study approach with six teachers and five parents at a public kindergarten located in South Tangerang, Banten, Indonesia. The aims of this study are to gain a deeper knowledge of how teachers and parents perceive school readiness, and explores the practices taken by teachers and parents to promote school readiness, and develop an effective program to support school readiness. Focus group discussions (FGDs), interviews, questionnaires, and observations were the sources of the data. Additionally, this study employs thematic approach to analysis the data. The first finding, which pertain to the conceptualization of school readiness, highlight the maturationist view, such as socio emotional skill includes independence, interact well with the environment and good in adaptation. Furthermore, the conceptualization of school readiness emerged as holistic readiness includes supportive teacher and support from the government. The second finding focuses on the practices of teachers and parents, highlighting play-based learning and a naturalist approach, developing whole development aspect such as motoric skills, cognitive and language, socio emotional aspect, moral and religiosity and approach to learning aspect. Moreover, it also addressing the challenges faced by teachers and parents in the practice of school readiness. The third findings explore how school and teacher programs, aimed at promoting rich learning environment in the context of school readiness school readiness such as; child-centred that focuses on play matters, focus on children characteristic and respect on their progress. Lastly, fostering positive environments for children such as; personal approach, emphasize children’s security feelings, valuing various family background, and fostering effective communication with parents and school member. The study concludes that a collaborative effort between teachers, parents, and the government is crucial for fostering holistic readiness and rich learning environment skill readiness for children. The study analysis the conceptualization and practices of teachers and parents, advancing the arguments of Brofenbrenner's bioecological framework and constructivism learning theory for enhancing school readiness in public kindergarten environments. This thesis concluded by advocating for increased collaboration between home, kindergarten, and elementary settings in the development of a school readiness program for elementary school students.Item Open Access Women empowerment through education : a case study of nurturing entrepreneurship in a female pesantren(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Mayola Andika; Nina Nurmila; Lukman Nul HakimWomen empowerment is a theme of interest and importance to many academics and policy makers today.United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in its program Suistainable Development Goals (SDGs) encourages the protection and empowerment of women:. In Indonesia, the issue is also one of the agendas in the National LongTerm Development Plan (RPJPN) 2005-2025. The echoing of the women's empowerment program above stems from several cases of women's inequality that still occur in many sectors, one of which is the unbalanced participation of men and women in the world of work. One way to support this is to provide entrepreneurship training for women to make them more independent and empowerthem economically. Women entrepreneurs can contribute significantly to economic growth if they have equal opportunities and access to resources. Pesantren, as the first Islamic educational institution in Indonesia, also responds to this case where entrepreneurship coaching programs are made part of the curriculum. This study aims to find out: 1) how female leader manage entrepreneurship program in a femalepesantren;. 2) the extent to which the pesantren entrepreneurship program can contribute to women's empowerment; 3) how students perceive entrepreneurship coaching program in pesantren as a form of women's empowerment. This research uses a qualitative case study method in a female pesantren in West Sumatera by using observation, interviews, and documents analysis as data collection and for triangulation. Data analysis was conducted through manual thematic analysis using Nayla Kabeer's empowerment theory including 3 dimensions; resource, agency, and achievement. This research finds: 1) A female leader manages entrepreneurship coaching programs in three aspects; planning, organizing and implementing, evaluating. The planning process starts from designing the vision and mission of the pesantren, the organizing and implementation process start by providing training to all teachers and conducting the program once a month. For evaluation there are two types. Internal evaluation of each unit a week after the display event, secondly,external evaluation with all units during a work meeting at the beginning of the new school year. 2) To measure the extent to which the entrepreneurship program contributes to women's empowerment, it can be seen from three dimensions. First, for the resource dimension: the pesantren only provides human resources in strengthening skills and social resources to assist students in conducting promotions and marketing products. For the achievement dimension, the students have produced a variety of products. Furthermore, all of these works were exhibited in the end-of-semester project exhibition and some of them were sold during the event. 3) Female students perceive entrepreneurship coaching program in pesantren can increase creativity, support female students to be independent, and support female students to be economically productive. Based on the findings above, this study recommends expanding the research by comparing the types of programs in this female pesantren with other female pesantren to enrich the research on female pesantren and support women's empowerment.Item Open Access Study of montessori education in a developing country : a case study of an elementary montessori school in West Java, Indonesia(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Muhammad Fayyaz Mumtaz; Bambang Sumintono; Lukman Nul HakimThe Montessori Method, with evolving pedagogical paradigms and a growing need for personalized learning, offers an alternative perspective in education by promoting inquisitiveness, self-reliance, and participation in the learning process. However, using the Montessori name does not ensure a Montessori system is implemented correctly due to extensive adoption of Montessori educational methods that raises a significant question about whether these institutions genuinely follow the method proposed by the founder of the Montessori Method. This study conducted as a comprehensive case study research project at one of the elementary school in West Java, Indonesia, that claims to apply the Montessori Method in their teaching approach for children aged 6-12. The primary objective and aim of this study is to gain a deeper understanding of to what extent this particular school follows the principles of Montessori. There are three research questions in this study; (1) to what extent does the elementary school in West Java adhere to the key principles of the Montessori Method? (2) What challenges or obstacles are typically faced in implementing the Montessori Method at this elementary school in West Java? (3) What is the overall opinion of teachers and parents regarding the implementation of the Montessori Method at this particular elementary school in West Java? This research investigates the degree to which one of Montessori school in West Java adhere to Montessori principles, offering instructors helpful recommendations for enhancing the method's use. The method of this study is using qualitative research with data collection from interview, observation and documentation. In order to potentially contribute to theoretical discussions on educational philosophy and pedagogy, the study also examines how, principal, parents and teachers view implementation of the Montessori Method. I came to the findings that the Montessori Method is implemented in the school, but its adherence to core principles is hindered by standardized education and curriculum, unique classrooms, and time limitations. The most significant obstacle is the limited number of Montessori teaching aids and lack of experienced teachers. Legal Montessori teacher certification is also available due to high costs. Although teachers and parents appreciate the Montessori Method, parents often lack understanding and teachers have limited practicality knowledge, suggesting partial implementation. Therefore, it is challenging to implement Montessori in original form, particularly in elementary school levels. The effects of integrating national curricula in this case Merdeka Curriculum with Montessori education on student outcomes and Montessori principles should be further investigated by future scholars.Item Open Access High school students’ attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioral control, and behavioral intention toward climate change in relation to pro-environmental behavior in Klaten regency Indonesia(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Irkham Zamzuri; Bambang Sumintono; Destina Wahyu WinartiCurrently, human-induced climate change causes difficulties, affecting the environment, health and well-being. Indonesia encounters distinct climate-related problems. It underscores the urgency of comprehensive educational approach. There is a lack of detailed evaluation specifically targeting high school students in Indonesia. The gap may impede the successful promotion of pro-environmental behavior (PEB) among youth generation. The absence of regular monitoring of high school students’ attitude (ATT), subjective norm (SN), perceived behavioral control (PBC), and behavioral intention (BI) towards climate change hinders effort to improve educational programs or initiatives in Indonesia. The objective of the study is evaluating the ATT, SN, PBC, and BI of high school students in Klaten Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia about the climate change in relation to PEB. It aims to examine the correlation between these variables and their impact on PEB. The study employed a quantitative research approach within a positivist paradigm, non-experimental with crosssectional design. The data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to a sample of 1,336 students. The questionnaire included Likert-type scales to measure the constructs of interest. Data were analyzed using the Rasch Model Measurement, descriptive statistics, ANOVA, DIF analysis, correlational tests, and multiple regression analysis. The study reveals significant insights into high school students' ATT, SN, PBC, and BI towards climate change, and their influence on PEB. Descriptive statistics indicated that students generally exhibit moderate to high levels of PEB, with variations based on gender and school type. Female students and those from senior high schools demonstrated higher levels compared to their counterparts. Correlational analyses showed strong positive associations between SN (r = 0.548), PBC (r = 0.570), and BI (r = 0.533), which are significant predictors of PEB (r = 0.529). Multiple regression analysis confirmed that SN (β = 0.3329, p < 0.001) and PBC (β = 0.3876, p < 0.001) significantly influence BI, which in turn predict PEB (β = 0.2865, p < 0.001). However, ATT alone did not directly affect PEB (β = -0.0303, p = 0.2309), highlighting the critical role of social and control factors in driving environmentally friendly actions among students. The study concludes that enhancing climate change education (CCE) is crucial for fostering proactive attitudes and behaviors among high school students. To promote PEB, the study recommends integrating climate change topics across subjects, adopting gender-sensitive approaches, mandating environmental education at all schooling types, and providing resources and professional development for teachers.Item Embargo Navigating leadership in the era of the single national curriculum in Pakistan : a case study of strategies and challenges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa schools(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Ayaz, Maria; Destina Wahyu Winarti; Bambang SumintonoIn Pakistan, the Single National Curriculum (SNC) represents a significant educational reform aimed at standardizing education across the country to ensure equal and uniform opportunities for all students. This study focuses on the implementation of the SNC in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a province characterized by its socio-cultural and economic diversity. It investigates how school leaders have adapted their roles in response to the SNC, the challenges encountered, and the impact on educational quality, teacher training, and student outcomes. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews and surveys with school leaders and teachers from various public schools, followed by thematic analysis to uncover key patterns. The findings reveal that school leaders have had to extensively alter their leadership styles, adopting transformational and distributed leadership approaches to manage the implementation challenges. Principals played a critical role in professional development, organizing workshops and training sessions to equip teachers with the necessary skills for SNC implementation. Despite these efforts, significant challenges remain, including resistance to change among educators accustomed to traditional methods, and resource limitations, particularly in rural areas. School leaders have addressed these issues through strategic resource management and partnerships with NGOs. The cultural diversity of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa also required careful consideration to ensure curriculum relevance and accessibility for all students, with school leaders working to establish culturally responsive teaching practices. Overall, the SNC has had a positive impact, standardizing educational quality across the province, improving teacher training, and encouraging student engagement. However, ongoing challenges necessitate continuous support and adaptive leadership strategies. This study highlights the importance of flexible, collaborative leadership in navigating educational reforms and underscores the need for ongoing professional development and community engagement to ensure the success of the SNC.Item Open Access Exploring career guidance program for senior high school students with hearing impairment : a case study in special needs school in Indonesia(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Rahayu Azkiya; Charyna Ayu Rizkyanti; Lukman Nul HakimMore than one-tenth of Indonesia’s population lives with disabilities. This fact is a challenge that is still faced by the Indonesian government and requires special attention to anticipate future challenges. This study will focus on special needs in hearing impairment, because the number of hearing-impaired individuals in Indonesia has increasingly concerning in the past two years, with the largest percentage being students. One of the programs that can assist them is effective career guidance. It is an essential part of education, aiming to help students understand their talents, interests, potential, and to provide direction in choosing an appropriate career path after graduating from school. This study aimed to explore how the career guidance program is planned and implemented in special needs schools and what are the challenges faced by teacher in implementing the career guidance. This study employs a qualitative case study in one of the senior high schools for special needs (SMLB) in Jakarta Barat, Indonesia. The data analysis was done through Quirkos Thematic Analysis. The data has been obtained through observation, interview, and documentation. The participants of this study were one principal, one vice principal of curriculum affairs, two teachers, three student’s parents, and three senior high school students. The theoretical framework of Career Assessment initiated by Super is used to understand the implementation of career guidance program for individuals with special needs. The framework suggests 4 steps for maximum outcome: Preview, Depth-view, Assessment of all data, and counseling. The result of this study shown that (1) This school carries out several stages in planning student’s career, initially, it collects students personal information, including previous report cards, IQ test results, interest aptitude tests, color blindness tests, and speech test. This data is then discussed with parents and students to determine suitable vocational options. Students will undergo a vocational assessment for three months, after which they are placed in fields aligning with their interests and talents. (2) In implementing careers, teachers focus on students' career maturity, supported by programs such as character education, scouting, leadership training, outing classes, study tours, fairs, and workshops. These programs aim to foster responsibility, discipline, and independence, preparing students for societal and professional life. (3) teachers face three main challenges: students’ limited vocabulary comprehension, the extra effort required to mature students’ careers, and maintaining students' consistency. This study highlights how students with hearing-impaired are vulnerable to feelings of weariness which can hinder their learning process. Therefore, it show an implication for teachers to be more creative and able to use varied methods to overcome this problem. Future research may explore deeper regarding career guidance programs for students with hearing impairment. Exploring career guidance program in varied levels of education may be more valuable contribution, since difference level of education might give difference challenges.Item Open Access Exploring postgraduate students' experiences, benefits, and disadvantages of using chatgpt 3.5 as a more knowledgeable other (MKO) for scaffolding academic writing at a public university in Greater Jakarta, Indonesia(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Ahmed, Maroof; Destina Wahyu Winarti; Charyna Ayu RizkyantiThe integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in education, particularly for academic writing, has gained considerable attention. This study examines ChatGPT, an AIpowered writing tool, as a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO) in scaffolding postgraduate students’ academic writing. It is based on Vygotsky's sociocultural theory and investigates the experiences, benefits and challenges of using ChatGPT 3.5 encountered by postgraduate students at a public university in Greater Jakarta, Indonesia. Adopting qualitative research methodology with case study design, the study sheds light on ChatGPT’s use in academia through open-ended questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The findings show that the students are positively disposed to ChatGPT because it supports their basic academic writing by handling the grammar, syntax, and structure, setting them free for more emphasis on the execution of higher-order writing skills with human MKOs. The study indicates that ChatGPT can be integrated into writing centers, tutoring programs, and coursework in developing students' writing with comprehensive feedback. The study also points out that ChatGPT needs constant assessment and improvement in light of feedback from users, enforcement of intellectual property rights, transparency, and data security to ensure ethical use. Overall, the study emphasizes the potential of ChatGPT as a viable tool to scaffold basic academic writing and suggests further examination in terms of its educational applications to assess the impact of the tool in other academic disciplines.Item Open Access Exploring the role of integrated Islamic school network (JSIT) in inculcating its ideological values(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Andi Ibrahim Ali; Lukman Nul Hakim; Alpha AmirrachmanThis study investigates the role of the Integrated Islamic School Network (JSIT) in the inculcation of its ideological values through education. It examines the historical context of Islamic education in Indonesia, the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood and the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) on JSIT, and the strategies employed by JSIT to inculcate its Islamic values. This research also sees the interplay between JSIT’s quality assurance and the National Standard of Education in creating good graduates or alumni for the nation. The theoretical framework of curriculum, total quality management, and inculcation values are applied to the three research questions, namely to explore how JSIT’s ideology develops throughout the curriculum, how is JSIT’s role in inculcating its ideological value within the school under its umbrella and lastly to study the implementation inculcation of the ideology process within the school unit. This study employs a qualitative approach. The data were collected through interviews, observations, and documents at three JSIT schools in Bekasi involving two teachers and two principals from Islamic-integrated Schools. The data was analyzed using Quirkos, a qualitative data analysis software to carry out thematic analysis. The findings demonstrate that the ideology is developed into the curriculum via subject, humanistic, and social reconstructionist approaches, aligning with the goal of enhancing the Islamic ethos of the students. The function of JSIT itself lies in ensuring the quality of the schools within its purview. JSIT's quality assurance matches Indonesia's national education standards; however, it incorporates the Quran, Sunnah, and Hadiths into these standards, along with an additional criterion focusing on student development. JSIT places a strong emphasis on the importance of teacher professionalism, advocating for continuous professional development to enhance teaching quality and effectiveness. It upholds the principles of total quality management theory to ensure educational excellence in the affiliated schools, with a particular emphasis on moral imperatives over others. The methods used to inculcate the ideology encompass various approaches such as content delivery, curriculum design, extracurricular activities, and community involvement initiatives. Additionally, JSIT recognizes the vital role of parental engagement in education, promoting active participation and collaboration between parents and educational institutions to nurture students' holistic growth. In other words, the ideology of JSIT which fuses smoothly in the national curriculum will strengthen and enhance the graduates or alumni due to its well-planned, well-managed, and well-measured. The ideology could shape the socio-religious values of the graduates with potential implications for the socio-landscape of Indonesia. Further research is recommended in order to measure the further impacts of the JSIT’s ideology.Item Open Access Exploring the practice of integrating children’s literature in an Indonesian private school located in Jakarta : perceptions, approaches, and challenges(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Iin Afriyanti Umar; Tati Lathipatud Durriyah; Destina Wahyu WinartiThe use of literature in classroom instruction become a concern of the Indonesian Ministry of Education. A few studies have attested to the benefits of integrating children’s literature in classroom instruction, particularly in literacy classrooms. Therefore, this research aims to explore a private primary school that has been practised integrating children’s literature into classroom instruction consistently. The study departs from a strong belief that children’s literature is important in literacy teaching and is heavily influenced by sociocultural theory as a framework to notice how teachers practice integrating children’s literature, especially in encouraging their students to share and listen to other interpretations through the text. An instrumental case study design applies to capture the general understanding of integrating children’s literature in an Indonesian private school. For data collection methods, this study employed focus group interviews, interviews, and observations, especially needed for triangulation purposes. This study used a reflexive thematic analysis approach to analyse the data. The findings show that (1) Teachers have a strong perception toward placing literature at the heart of learning which is reflected through the use of literature in all learning aspects and making literature come alive in classroom discussion. Teachers also experience several advantages from integrating children’s literature including developing students’ literary-literacy skills, serving as mirrors, windows, and sliding glass doors, and developing students’ critical thinking and open-mindedness. (2) Within the research context, sharing and discussion play major roles in integrating children’s literature. Sharing and discussion are not only among the students in the classroom but also among the teachers in preparing for the integration process. This school has a special forum that serves as a place for teachers to plan and evaluate their literary integration. Meanwhile, in classroom practice, teachers apply several methods to encourage students to share and listen to each other perspectives through the text. (3) Some challenges faced by teachers in integrating children’s literature include finding the quality and quantity of Indonesian children’s literature, students’ English vs Indonesian literacy proficiency, and different literacy levels in the classroom. Indeed, the principal and teachers proposed two key suggestions to integrate children’s literature consistently; nurturing teachers’ understanding of integrating children’s literature as a school culture, and supportive school environments. For the upcoming research, it is encouraged to involve parents in the study as parents also play a significant role in facilitating students’ literacy behaviour at home. In the end, developing further into more cases of integrating children’s literature into the classroom is recommended.Item Open Access Exploring wellbeing strategies among student council members in pesantren-based senior high schools : a case study on multiple site(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Zaima Bunga Wijayanti; Lukman Nul Hakim; Charyna Ayu RizkyantiStudent council are currently become the subject of significant attention since in this several years, there are numerous cases of physical harassment reported in pesantren done by the student council members. This indicates that some students are not adequately prepared to serve as student council members. Those unreadiness is related to their well-being. Being a student member with numerous duties are challenging. Student council members, who are still in adolescence, must be prepared to face numerous challenges while also navigating their own personal struggles. This research aims to explore the experiences of student council members in pesantren, focusing on their strategies for maintaining well-being while managing organizational and school responsibilities. This qualitative study offers a multisite case study of the experiences, challenges, and tactics of student council members as they navigate the intricate interplay between their organizational responsibilities and their personal well-being. The four dimensions (Having, Loving, Being, Health) of well-being theoretical framework from Konu (2002) was used as a framework of the phenomenon. There were 12 students from 3 Pesantren that participated in this research. To ascertain the diverse experiences and perspectives of student council members, this study employed in depth interviews. The data then being analysed using thematic analysis. Through their narratives, this research illuminates the distinctive stressors they confront, the multifaceted coping strategies they employ, and their personal growth journeys as they strive to maintain their mental health and well-being. This research contributes to a more nuanced understanding of student well-being in the context of modern pesantren. The findings indicate that the majority of challenges encountered by student council leaders pertain to interpersonal relationships, particularly those with peers and members, which can be conceptualized within the Loving dimension. While each dimension presents its own unique set of challenges, the existence of time-consuming organizational tasks that encroach upon school time, including periods designated for leisure, also represents a significant hurdle for student council administrators. Furthermore, the demands of these tasks have been observed to impact the physical and mental well-being of student council administrators, leading to increased susceptibility to illness and feelings of stress. In terms of strategy, student council administrators tend to overcome challenges by adapting their approach to suit the circumstances. They endeavour to manage their time effectively, establish daily schedules, and cultivate an understanding of their physical condition. This is subsumed under the category of problem-based coping, which is designated as "compromise." Moreover, open discussion and communication are crucial for the effective functioning of the organization. This is an example of emotion-based coping, known as "Identification," whereby an individual attempts to emulate the thoughts and behaviours of others. Moreover, based on the findings, there are some suggestions for the schools: 1. Consider organizational tasks that will take up students' school or recess time. 2. Create effective training to improve students' readiness to become student council members. 3. Maximize the task of Caregiving to be able to be a place to complain about the students, especially the student council members.Item Open Access Investigating learning processes in modern pesantren : an understanding the process of learning through psychology of education(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Tazkia Aulia Rahmah; Tati Lathipatud Durriyah; Alpha AmirrachmanThis study explores the integration of educational psychology principles— behaviourism, cognitivism, and constructivism—within the traditional learning environment of pesantren. While pesantren has adopted elements of modern curricula, traditional methods, such as memorization-based teaching and kitab kuning, remain prevalent. These methods may potentially limit students’ critical thinking abilities. A significant gap exists between the learning paradigms in pesantren and the principles of educational psychology, which emphasize students as active participants in their learning process, considering their developmental stages, motivation, and individual learning style. The research aimed to investigate whether the integration of religious education and traditional methods in pesantren can incorporate modern learning values that address students’ mental and personal development, cognitive aspects, learning motivation, and individual differences. A qualitative case study was conducted at a modern boarding school in West Java, involving four students, four teachers, and a Kyai to gather insights into the learning process in pesantren. Data collection methods included interview and observation, with validity and reliability ensured trough triangulation and member checking. Manual thematic analysis was used to analysed the data. The study concluded that behaviourism, cognitivism, and constructivism are present in the learning processes in pesantren, both in classroom settings—such as in religious studies; Fiqh, Hadith, and kitab kuning—and in daily life. The research also identified several challenges in the learning process, which included internal and external challenges. As for the internal such as boredom, homesick, feeling backwards. As for external challenges such as economics backgrounds, overburdened, and grouping based on grades. The implications of this research suggest a need for pesantren to integrate more modern educational psychology principles into their teaching methods, to better support students’ holistic development. This includes fostering critical thinking, accommodating diverse learning style, and addressing the emotional and motivational needs of students to enhance their overall educational experience.Item Open Access Investigating science teacher assessment literacy - understanding, classroom assessment practices, challenges and opportunities : a case study in a madrasah school in Lombok(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Mahurni; Bambang Sumintono; Tati Lathipatud DurriyahOver the past two decades, there has been a mounting concern about the comparison of scholastic achievement of students worldwide, including Indonesia. OECD has disclosed PISA assessment results showing a global decline in student performance in the domains of reading, mathematics, and science. In an educational index, 21 provinces in Indonesia, including NTB is the position of under 50% of educational attainment index, even worse in some districts if looking at the results of ANBK and UTBK, a kind of national public examination, for some latest years. These low levels of performance have been attributed to various factors: teacher-student relationships, quality teachers, the socioeconomic status of students, the use of information and communication technology, and the implementation of metacognitive methods. Quality teachers are really matters. This is in line with syntheses of 500,000 research articles asserting that one of many factors contributing to the success of students’ performance is teachers’ quality in elements of teaching and assessment competency. Regarding the teacher’s assessment competency, there are limited numbers of study dealing with this concern in Indonesia, particularly in science teachers. Thus, this study wantsto investigate Madrasah Schoolscience teachers’ assessment literacy. Thisresearch employed a qualitative approach using descriptive case study design in one of private madrasah schools in West Lombok, NTB. It involves three teacher participants from three different subjects to get their conception, assessment practice, factor of the designing and implementing assessment, along with their constraints and opportunity. Observation along with documentaries and interviews were used to collect the data, and the analysis of the data using inductive and deductive thematic analyses. Findings depict that the teachers have (1) sufficient conception regarding the assessment literacy – level two and have potential to develop further; (2) some considerations in designing and implementing the formative assessments; (3) two to three types of assessment used in their classroom teaching based on the assessment principles and approaches; and (4) challenges on students’ readiness and learning sources. Moreover, the finding revealed that the school has provided a regular, annual training to improve teacher assessment literacy, followed by the government training in the form on an online platform.Item Open Access Pathways between parent attachment and student well-being in Mataram : the mediating role of teacher-student relationship and peer attachment(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2024) Eka Hermansyah; Charyna Ayu Rizkyanti; Destina Wahyu WinartiThe study investigates the pathways between parent attachment and student wellbeing in Mataram, focusing on the mediating roles of teacher-student relationships and peer attachment. Well-being is an urgent topic to raise because of its ability to prevent mental health issues. Understanding well-being well will be an advocacy for policy makers to prevent mental health problems in the educational context. Most research has looked at the influence of social and attachment on well-being, but analysis of the conceptualization of attachment models experienced by adolescents at school is still very rarely carried out. Using the school well-being model by Konu & Rimpela (2002), a quantitative approach with a non-experimental design was employed, using multi-cluster sampling to select 481 high school students from seven schools in Mataram as participants. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and linear regression with PROCESS mediation tools. The analysis revealed significant relationships between parent attachment and both mediators (peer attachment and teacher-student relationship), which in turn correlate to students' well-being directly or indirectly. In this research, teacher-student relationship mediation has a higher coefficient value than peer attachment on the relationship between parent attachment and students' well-being. The study concludes that attachment formed with parents, teachers, and peers substantially impacts the well-being of students, highlighting the importance of these relationships in educational settings. Future research is suggested to explore these dynamics further, particularly through longitudinal studies and in different cultural contexts.Item Open Access Empathy-based stories of bullying at boarding school : students' perceptions and expectations(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2023) Zulfikar; Charyna Ayu Rizkyanti; Lukman Nul HakimBullying in Indonesian boarding schools is like an invisible iceberg. The Indonesian Child Protection Commission reports 30 to 60 incidents annually, with 226 cases in 2022 alone. However, the actual numbers may be higher. Despite numerous bullying studies, none have utilized the method of empathy-based stories for data collection. The study aimed to use empathy-based stories to comprehend bullying at Boarding School X in Bogor, West Java. By Qualitative approach, the fictional narratives were used to be effectively capturing emotions and situations. There were 20 students were engaged as the primary source. Along with observations and interviews, three inquiries delved into bullying dynamics, students' expectations, and the method's effectiveness. The findings show boarding school bullying is more distressing than in public schools due to close interactions and limited parental contact. Those involved in bullying experience fear and sadness. Students seek supportive relationships with parents and the school, and friends offer them a safe outlet to express themselves. This study shed a light how the empathy-based stories create a secure space for students to share emotions, preserving self-esteem and amplifying their voices. While the study has limitations due to exam schedules, the effective method holds promise for future applications due to its success and lack of use in Indonesian research data collection.Item Open Access Self-actualization of student activists with disabilities in college organizations(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2023) Wiwin Windiana; Didin Syafruddin; Alpha AmirrachmanThis thesis explores the self-actualization of student activists with disabilities within college organizations, addressing the gap in educational participation between disabled and non-disabled students, which becomes more pronounced at higher levels of education. The research highlights the presence of resilient student activists with physical disabilities who actively enrich the university environment by defying societal stigmas and participating in various campus organizations as activists. The research aims to explore how they self-actualize within college. organizations, filling a crucial research gap by examining the connection between self-actualization and students with disabilities in higher education. The research employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. The participants are eight students with physical disabilities active in campus organizations, department heads and student association heads from two state Islamic universities. One university was known for its disability-friendly facilities, while the other had room for improvement. Data collection involved two primary methods: observation and interviews. The thesis reveals several key findings regarding student activists with disabilities in college organizations. First, it highlights the determination of these student activists to use their struggles as motivation to assist others with disabilities, as they demonstrate a commitment to addressing the needs of their peers and providing accessible resources. Second, it emphasizes the strength and belief in their abilities displayed by student activists with disabilities, who actively utilize their strengths to support others and challenge preconceptions about their limitations. Active participation in college organizations enhances their communication, socialization, and public speaking skills, contributing to their personal and intellectual growth. The insights shared by participants emphasize the importance of self-actualization to challenge societal stigmas and achieve personal growth. The findings offer valuable insights for future research in the field of disability, self-actualization, and student activism, laying a foundation for exploring the intersectionality of disability with other aspects of identity. Furthermore, the research holds potential to motivate other disabled students by demonstrating that disability does not limit one's potential for personal growth and meaningful contributions to society, thereby offering hope and inspiration for those facing barriers to higher education.Item Open Access Beyond the charisma of Islamic boarding school leaders : countering potential abuse through enhancing critical thinking and critical dialogical abilities of the 'led'(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2023) Supriyono; Bambang Sumintono; Lukman Nul HakimIn response to the pressing call for enhancing the critical thinking and critical dialogical abilities of the students at pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) in Indonesia, this study delves into the 'dark side' of charismatic leadership commonly adopted by these *indigenous Islamic educational institutions. The inquiries stem from rising reports of sexual abuse at pesantren institutions and scrutinize the romanticized axiom of charisma in leadership that is often overshadowed by extreme admiration, blind idolization, and unquestioning obedience, which leads to sparing limited or even no room for the followers to question and criticize, making them vulnerable to power abuse. Hence, this study draws upon the insights of 24 participants from two pesantren institutions in East Java, probing their perceptions, practices, and reflections on charisma and obedience, A multiple case study design is employed within a qualitative research framework, utilizing document analysis, focused group discussions, interviews, and observations for the data collection. Triangulation techniques in both data collection and data sources are used for validation to enhance the credibility and trustworthiness of the data, which is analyzed using software-based thematic analysis through Quirkos. This study also addresses ethical considerations and the researcher's positionality to maintain academic integrity and methodological rigor. The findings suggest that the student's critical thinking and dialogical capabilities are not a mere function of the leadership style in pesantren. Rather, these aspects span a broader spectrum, hinging on the Islamic educational models that they adopt, here contested by adab (moral disciplining) and tarbiyah (critical dialogue). Exclusive reliance on adab leads to unbalanced charismatic leadership, fostering a patriarchal culture conducive to power abuse, including sexual abuse. Conversely, combining both adab and tarbiyah promotes a balanced charismatic leadership where adab (moral) forms the basis while critical thinking and dialogue serve as control mechanisms. In practice, critical thinking acts as an alarm, enabling students to discern whether their leaders' commands align with Islamic principles, while critical dialogical abilities serve as a countermeasure, empowering students to assertively challenge potential misconduct. This research highlights the importance of the control element in charismatic leadership, complementing the three components suggested by previous studies: basis, emotional connection, and signaling communication. Consequently, these findings lay the groundwork for further research to delve deeper into the dark side of charismatic leadership in the Islamic school setting, given that charisma meets religiosity could yield benefits on one hand, but potentially negative consequences on the other.Item Open Access A portrait of multicultural education in an Indonesian private school : perception, approach, and implementation(Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, 2023) Ririn Karina Nur'aeni; Tati Lathipatud Durriyah; Bambang SumintonoIndonesia is a multicultural country with a wide range of religions, races, ethnicities, cultures, and languages. Because of a lack of understanding in Indonesia of the value of plurality, these differences frequently serve as the reason for inter-community clashes. This research focuses on these issues in the context of multicultural education in schools. Schools, in addition to family education, play an important role in nurturing students to understand, tolerate, and respect diversity. In this regard, this study explores how school community perceives, approaches, and implements multicultural education as an attempt to create multicultural citizens. This study employed qualitative approach using case study design in Indonesian private school in West Java. It involved seven participants from different backgrounds to gain their perspective regarding multicultural education. Documentary research and observation were also conducted to collect the data. The validity and reliability were assured through triangulation and member checking as an attempt to keep data trustworthy. In doing the analysis, the Quirkos software was used as an effective analytical tool. In addition, some ethical issues and research positionality were also stated. The following conclusions have been reached based on the evidence: First, principal, teachers, students, perceive that education must address student differences. They believe that God create diversity intentionally. They also believe uniqueness of human being and the diversity that exists in Indonesia. Second, the school community translated their perception into school vision, mission, and the projected rules. School also provides teacher development, curriculum design, and educational services as the strategies to promote multicultural education. Third, the implementation of multicultural education was manifested through the school culture, integrated curriculum, teachers' critical pedagogy and the annual cultural exhibition.