Proceeding of the International Conference on Innovation in Open and Distance Learning

Emerging Technology for Open and Distance Education: Opportunity, Agility, and Adaptability

2024-08-31T15:39:37+07:00

WEB-BASED DASHBOARD AS A DATA REPOSITORY AT THE SCIENCE CENTER OF INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH AND COMMUNITY SERVICE UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA

2023-11-28T11:19:23+07:00

Law on the National System of Science and Technology Number 11 of 2019 mandates mandatory handover of research data to researchers, research institutions, and research funders. However, there are not many managers of research institutions in institutions that utilize repository infrastructure. Currently, the process of requesting data from faculties to scientific centers is still carried out conventionally, namely by requesting via email. And in the process, there are many obstacles, such as a fairly large amount of data, then there are also redundant requests, namely double requests from faculties and study programs. For this reason, the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) Universitas Terbuka scientific center plans to create a web-based data repository in the form of a dashboard. The method used with a quantitative approach with a descriptive method. Data is collected from the repository manager of scientific center research institutions with research categories included in institutional and national research. The data is analyzed descriptively to see how the repository development supports research activities, the methods used are Forum Group Discussion (FGD) Analysis and planning, User Acceptance Test (UAT), evaluation and improvement of application products by involving experts and campuses in collaboration with LPPM Universitas Terbuka. The output of this research is the creation of a web-based dashboard as a repository of research data. With the research data repository application, it is expected to facilitate data requests from faculties to the LPPM Universitas Terbuka scientific center, because all data has been placed in the repository. Keywords: Dashboard; Data repositories; Research data

DEVELOPING MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA IN SOUTH SULAWESI

2023-11-30T14:59:55+07:00

This research was qualitative research with a qualitative descriptive approach. It was conducted at Universitas Terbuka in South Sulawesi, with 224 samples spread across the Luwu Regency, Bone Regency, Gowa Regency, and Makassar City—data collection through questionnaires and interviews. The collected quantitative data was then processed using descriptive analysis, while the qualitative data was processed using data reduction, data display, conclusions, or verification. The results of the research conclude that: 1) The market segmentation of prospective UT students is dominated by prospective students aged 21-50, more dominated by women, most of them work in the informal sector, earn less than 5 million rupiah, and the distribution of applicants is generally in all regions level two in South Sulawesi Province; 2) The primary considerations in making a decision or making the choice to enroll at UT are the cheap tuition fees and the distance education model which allows students to study from home, study from the village, and study without having to leave their jobs, or they can work while studying; 3) The marketing strategy that must be developed includes: the marketing mix consists of 7Ps including product, price, promotion, place, people, process and physical evidence; and 4) The special characteristics that become UT's brand image include that the public considers that studying at UT is flexible: Open in the sense that UT accepts prospective new students openly without considering their biological age, diploma age, and unlimited study period and particular time. Long distance means that lectures can be carried out remotely, anytime, and anywhere, independent lectures with guidance from lecturers. Another brand image of UT is that UT can convince, serve, and meet stakeholders' satisfaction levels. Besides that, UT graduates have spread across various regions in Indonesia and abroad and have occupied strategic positions.

THE EFFECT OF ADVERTISING AND SERVICE QUALITY THROUGH CUSTOMER VALUE AGAINTS SATISFACTION AT UT REGIONAL OFFICE IN TERNATE

2023-12-01T08:55:02+07:00

This study aims to analyze the effect of advertising and service quality on satisfaction through customer value as moderation. The type of research used was quantitative, with a sample of 95 students at the Ternate Regional Open University using proportional stratified random sampling. The model used is path modeling analysis with Smart Partial Least Square (PLS) as a statistical test tool. The following are the results of the research including; 1) Advertising has no positive and significant effect on satisfaction, because t-count is smaller than t-table at a significance level of 5%, 2) Service Quality has a positive and significant effect on satisfaction, because t-count is greater than t-table at a significance level of 5 %, 3) Advertising has a positive and significant effect on Customer Value, because t-count is greater than t-table at a significance level of 5%, 4) Service Quality has a positive and significant effect on Customer Value, because t-count is greater than t-table significance level of 5%, 5) Customer value has a positive and significant effect on student satisfaction, because t-count is greater than t table at a significance level of 5%, 6) Customer value is able to fully mediate (full mediated) the positive and significant effect of advertising on Student Satisfaction, because t-count is greater than t-table at a significance level of 5%, and 7) Service Quality is able to mediate partially (partially mediated) the positive and significant effect of Advertising on Student Satisfaction, because t-count is greater than t table on 5% significance level.

THE IMPACT OF DISTANCE LEARNING SKILLS TRAINING ON THE OPEN UNIVERSITY LEARNING PROCESS (CASE STUDY OF MEDAN REGIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY)

2023-12-01T09:05:29+07:00

The Open University is one of the pioneers of distance learning systems. Learning process using a distance learning system using print and non-print media. Learning uses print media with an emphasis on using Basic Material Books which are printed instructionally, while for non-print media uses internet media in the form of E-Learning. The aim of this research is to see the impact of distance skills training on the learning process of the Distance Learning system. The research results explain that (1) distance learning skills training on registration services has a positive effect on final semester grades. If the registration service simulation is increased by 10 units, it will have the impact of increasing the final semester grade by 0.63 units, (2) distance learning skills training, learning assistance services have a positive effect on the final semester grade. If the learning rock service simulation is increased by 10 units, it will have an impact on increasing the final semester grade by 0.54 units. (3) Distance learning skills training on academic administration services has a positive and significant effect of 95%. Simulating academic administration services of 10 units will have an impact on increasing the final semester grade by 6.6 units.

MEASURING THE QUALITY OF MEAL TRAINING FORMATIVE TEST USING THE RASCH MODEL

2023-12-01T09:14:23+07:00

Assessment for learning is an essential topic in the educational assessment context. To ensure quality learning, valid and reliable assessments should be developed that show the learning progress and needs of students as well as the effectiveness of teaching. The basic Rasch model (Ming Ho et. al, 2013) for dichotomous items (item responses are either right or wrong) is a probabilistic model that describes the probability of getting an item correct in terms of a simple logistic function of the difference between the person’s ability and the item difﬁculty: the higher the ability of the person compared with the item difﬁculty, the higher the probability of getting the item correct. The applications of the Rasch model in formative exams of students with Rasch have numerous advantages because it utilizes measurement accuracy. This can be for problem quality detection, as well as for the detection of individual abilities and the identification of assistance to their learning needs. This study aimed to evaluate the participants’ understanding of the concept of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL). Data were acquired by 10 multiple-choice written test items distributed to 25 participants of training MEAL. The ability of participants MEAL to answer formative tests, the item difficulty, and the analysis of the wright map will be discussed in this study.

VOICES OF STUDENTS-TEACHERS ABOUT DISTANCE AND BLENDED LEARNING: AN INSTRUCTIONAL FITS PERCEPTION

2023-12-01T09:31:01+07:00

Distance learning and blended learning have come out as two of the most prevalent and forefront approaches to learning implemented today, especially Post Covid-19. However, not much study has been undertaken to determine how Indonesian teachers perceive the implementation of distance learning and blended learning. This research aims to investigate the advantage of teachers’ involvement as students in the graduate school of Universitas Terbuka (UT) that employ distance learning mode. This research is also intended to find out challenges faced by student-teachers in applying blended learning as an emergent method to learning Post Covid-19. Mixed Method with convergent parallel design has been used by involving 30 student-teachers to involve in the questionnaire and 6 of them to be interviewed using semi-structured interviews. The participants were from three different study programs (Master of English Education, Master of Elementary Education, and Master of Mathematics Education) in the School of Postgraduate Studies of UT. The study findings noted: (1) instructional fit as a crucial component in education settings; (2) innovative pedagogies as key aspect in learning in the virtual classroom, and (3) blended learning functions to harmonized traditional classroom experiences with digital tools. This study provides evidence, results' implications, and suggestions regarding additional instruction-related study.

INTEREST DEGRADATION ANALYSIS OF ONLINE TUTORIAL

2023-12-01T09:51:18+07:00

Universitas Terbuka, one of the universities that organizes an open and distance education system, continues to innovate to provide the best service to each student. One of the learning services at the Universitas Terbuka is a non-face-to-face learning service through online tutorials. Universitas Terbuka Padang, one of UT's regional services, also allows students to choose these services. However, student participation in online tutorials decreased, as seen by the students registered for online tutorials for two consecutive periods. This paper used quantitative methods. The research population is UT Padang students from the management department with non-face-to-face service types. We used purposive sampling. The research results are as follows: the presentation design is quite attractive, usability and accessibility are straightforward, Content is appropriate, and Interaction sometimes happens. Finally, the results obtained recommendations for policymakers based on student suggestions: the online tutorial platform must provide a voice recording feature, webinar tutorial, and remainder schedule.

ETHNOMATHEMATICS APPROACH IN THE DESIGN OF AUGMENTED REALITY-BASED MOBILE LEARNING OF TWO-DIMENSIONAL AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHAPE MATERIALS AT THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LEVEL

2023-12-01T09:59:11+07:00

Teachers need instructional media to make students' understanding concrete to support mathematics learning on the elementary school's two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes materials. Based on this, designing a mobile learning application based on augmented reality is necessary. The steps in making mobile learning applications are adapted from the Borg & Gall (2003) development model, which consists of ten stages. The ten stages are summarized into three parts, namely design, development, and evaluation. This research focuses on the first stage, namely design. This research method is research and development (R&D). The planning section consists of two stages, namely (1) data collection in the form of needs analysis and (2) planning. Data collection was carried out based on the results of a needs analysis by the teacher through distributing questionnaires and analyzing the needs of experts based on interviews and literature studies. The results of this study obtained an application design in the form of appropriate content and features in developing mobile learning based on augmented reality material on the two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes in mathematics learning with an ethnomathematics approach. One of the cultural products raised in this application is the Lengkong Traditional House from West Java, so through this application, culture can be known while learning about two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes.

THE DEVELOPMENT OF MOOCS TO BUILD STRONG PERSONAL BRANDING TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS

2023-12-01T10:06:45+07:00

Personal branding can be one of the keys to success in starting a career in the professional world. In order to shape and maintain public perception to present a positive image of a person, we must build strong personal branding. This ability can be learned and developed so that others can remember one's identity. It can lead to trust and loyalty. Personal branding can be seen through appearance, speaking, social media activity, and worn items. There are several ways to build strong personal branding, such as learning personal branding material through MOOCs. The type of MOOCs developed is xMOOC using the ADDIE Model. The MOOCs consist of seven materials to support one's branding, namely (1) basic concepts of personal branding, (2) personal branding elements, (3) knowing yourself (self-branding), (4) grooming, (5) building relationships, (6) building personal branding through social media, and (7) creating a personal branding tagline. The development of MOOCs opens up a wide opportunity to be used as an open and massive learning platform to develop one's identity, character, reputation, and credibility.

TUTOR PERFORMANCE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MASTER PROGRAM

2023-12-01T10:18:32+07:00

The main commitment of Universitas Terbuka is always to improve the quality of academic services, including services in the learning process through online tutorials. The aim of this study was to determine student perceptions of the performance of online tutorial tutors for the Master of Public Administration Program in the January-June 2023 semester. The research method was through distributing questionnaires to students in the online tutorial application. Data and information were analyzed descriptively and tabulated based on the researcher's notes. The results showed that the performance of the online tutorial tutors for the Master of Public Administration Program in the January-June 2023 semester was generally in the good and very good category. What needs to be improved is the need to optimize the use of references which are shared in online tutorial applications and discussed by tutors so that student understanding can increase. The conclusion of the research is that increasing the understanding of students of the Public Administration Masters Program can be pursued through efforts to improve the quality of academic services, especially through online tutorials.

ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ARCHIVE CENTER AS A KNOWLEDGE-SHARING RESOURCE FOR THE ACADEMIC COMMUNITY

2023-12-01T10:28:27+07:00

Every institution produces archives that have not been arranged must be sorted, arranged, and filed, so that they are well managed and systemized. The archives are contained in units within the Open University such as: Rectorate, Faculties, Directorates and Institutions. The Open University mainly produces curriculum archives contained in each Faculty consisting of GBPP, Module Materials.

Using the literature review methodology, various archives were collected, such as Dynamic Archives, which are vital archives and static archives. After the data is analyzed, the results will be collected and collect symbols of the identity of an institution, namely the collection of these archives needs to be compiled in a database file so that it is easy to find quickly (retrieval) with facilities and infrastructure in accordance with the standards of Law No. 43 Archives 2009, so the benefits of the existence of an Archive Center for Institutions are great.

UNVEILING THE POWER OF OPENAI'S CHATGPT: A EXPLORATION OF AI TECHNOLOGY FOR LEARNING PROGRAMMING

2023-12-01T10:34:20+07:00

ChatGPT is one of the AI technologies that is currently being discussed on social media. This research aims to examine the development of ChatGPT in the context of learning programming in creating a Village website using PHP. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The focus of this research is the use of ChatGPT in teaching website creation, explaining the stages of creating program code on demand, and correcting incorrect code. It started by asking "can ChatGPT teach website development?", "can ChatGPT explain the stages of program code generation?", and "can ChatGPT fix incorrect code?". Through a series of experiments, ChatGPT was quickly able to explain the stages of learning programming, explain the code to be created, and provide explanations for incorrect program code. The findings of this study show that ChatGPT can follow the complexity of programming according to the question asked, where the more complex the question, the more complex the answer from ChatGPT. However, further research is needed to find out more effective program codes. This research provides insight into the potential of ChatGPT as a tool in learning programming and provides practical solutions for users.

PROGRAM FOR PROVIDING TRAINING AND FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR BEGINNER ENTREPRENEUR: EVALUATION OF THE PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION WITHIN UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA

2023-12-01T10:37:58+07:00

This paper discusses the impact of Universitas Terbuka (UT) policy in encouraging students to become entrepreneurs through the Financial Assistance Program for Beginner Entrepreneurs. In 2014-2016, UT has collaborated with the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs cq Entrepreneurship Development Affairs, Human Resources Development Sector to hold activities to facilitate students as beginner entrepreneurs through training, mentoring and providing funding. Each batch of Program participants was monitored for 2 years, starting from the receipt of the student's business proposal to be financed up to the next 3 semesters. The Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs provided three days of entrepreneurship training for priorly selected students. At the end of the training, students who wish to start a business were asked to submit business proposals which will be assessed for its feasibility to be funded. The development of this proposal was carried out with the assistance of qualified experts. Proposals that passed the assessment were entitled to financial assistance for entrepreneurial development with a maximum value of IDR 25,000,000 per student. At the end of the second year of Program implementation, about 75% of the students who took part in this program were running well, but after that there was no further monitoring, either by UT or the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs. After nearly a decade in progress, it is necessary to see how the program's impact has on the efforts of the students participating in the program. For this reason, an evaluation of the program's impact was carried out. The impacts evaluated include sustainability, magnitude, and business profits. Of the 324 students who received assistance in 2014-2016, 37 of them filled in the list of questions sent and were willing to be interviewed. Of the 37 respondents, 7 (19%) respondents still have the same business as the one funded by the program, 21 (57%) respondents changed their business, and 9 (24%) respondents stopped their business. However, for businesses which is still ongoing today, there has been an increase in assets that can reach hundreds of times. It is not easy to give an assessment of the usefulness of the Program because the entrepreneurs who can be evaluated are limited. Entrepreneurs who are still and even developing their businesses provide input for improving the entrepreneurship encouragement program for students, including ongoing coaching and monitoring for a minimum of 5 years.

TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGES IN IMPROVING E-LEARNING LEARNING AT THE UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA OF INDONESIA

2023-12-01T10:45:04+07:00

In e-learning learning at Open universities, it is necessary to master technology in education; so far in e-learning, there have been discussions, assignments, and webinars, but not all students have mastered technology in e-learning. The research aims to determine and analyze the organization and human resources of e-learning organizers, technical mastery, and students' skills in learning so that students can achieve good grades and graduate on time. This study uses descriptive qualitative methods using primary data through interviews with student respondents and the author's experience of carrying out e-learning activities and secondary data through literature and journal studies, mass media information, books, and others. The analytical method used is descriptive analysis through data reduction. , presentation of data, and drawing conclusions or verification. The results of this study show that with the latest and more sophisticated technology in e-learning, mastery of technology is mandatory for organizations and managing human resources by increasing human resources and the reach of distance learning. Increase student technology mastery with study skills, communication skills, and the quality of learning technology.

DISCOVER HOW TECHNOLOGY AFFECTED STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

2023-12-01T10:50:24+07:00

Around the world, technology has assumed a major position. It has arrived to stay, yet it has advantages and disadvantages of its own. Information and communication technology (ICT) has harmed many people more than it has helped, especially among young people. However, it must be demonstrated whether students' and teachers' ability to keep up with technological change will affect both the quality of education and students' satisfaction. The adoption of information and communication technology by universities and its effects on the academic performance of university students are investigated and explored in this study. The study also investigates how gender, GPA, and student majors influence the link between ICT and academic success. Students collected were university students from various university and city in Indonesia. The results showed that the technology adoption itself somewhat affected their academic performance. Some students stated that they don’t have sufficient technological support to keep up with the environment. The study's findings provided insight into how educational institutions should design effective technology adoption processes for their policies relating to distance learning.

TRANSFORMING DISTANCE AND OPEN EDUCATION IN INDONESIA THROUGH ICE INSTITUTE

2023-12-01T10:54:07+07:00

Distance and open education has undergone a significant revolution with the emergence of new technologies. One of the educational institutions leading this change in Indonesia is the ICE Institute. This article discusses how the latest technology implemented by ICE Institute has become the top choice for students in Indonesia who want to experience quality distance and open education. ICE Institute has leveraged the open edX platform to address challenges associated with distance and open education. With a sophisticated online learning platform, students can easily access course materials, lecture videos, and other learning resources. This technology gives students the flexibility to study according to their own schedule, overcoming geographic and time barriers. This is then called self-paced. By using open edX, ICE Institute has successfully launched a virtual collaboration platform that allows students to interact with fellow students and lecturers online. Group discussions, joint projects, and question and answer sessions can be carried out seamlessly through this technology, creating a collaborative learning environment even though they are far apart. This article summarizes how online classes implemented and provided by quality lecturers who have joined the ICE Institute have changed the face of distance and open education in Indonesia. Students and even the public now have greater access to high-quality learning, social interaction, and personalized learning experiences. The ICE Institute is an inspiring example of how technology can overcome physical barriers and enable access to a more inclusive and innovative education. It has been proven that after 2 years of its journey, the ICE Institute has provided scholarships to 14,435 participants consisting of students, lecturers, academic staff, and the public.

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT OF INDONESIAN UNIVERSITIES ADAPTIVE TO COVID-19 DISRUPTION

2023-12-01T13:12:03+07:00

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in a paradigm shift in the implementation of the learning process at the school to university level. The policy of social distancing, or physical distancing (maintaining physical distance) to minimize the spread of Covid-19 forces the learning process in tertiary institutions to continue, but with distance learning. The learning process of most of the courses of many universities includes e-learning. However, the implementation of e-learning in many universities in Indonesia, of course, still encounters many obstacles besides the many benefits obtained. So far, the Open University (UT), which has implemented distance education, needs to know the obstacles to implementing distance learning from other universities in Indonesia. The information on these constraints is useful for UT to improve the quality of its learning. Therefore, this research examines the implementation of distance learning in other universities in Indonesia.The purpose of this study is to identify problems in the implementation of distance learning in other universities in Indonesia. In addition, this study also examines the perceptions and expectations of UT's mathematics education master's students towards the learning management system provided by UT. This study uses content analysis of several articles that have been published in indexed journals throughout Indonesia from 2019 to 2022, with focus about the implementation of distance learning during and after the pandemic from various universities as the focus of the study. Among these publications, the most dominant research design is qualitative. In addition, generally, the respondents are students and lecturers. The findings of this study inform that students' habit using gadgets or electronics in their daily lives makes it easy for them to adapt to online learning. Second, a good network is very important so that easy access to online lectures can be obtained anywhere and anytime. Third, the applications used in online learning are Google Classroom, Zoom, E-Learning, and WhatsApp, however for Indonesia Open University using platform Learning Management System (LMS). Fourth, the main obstacle for students in online learning is the unstable internet signal. Now, after the relative Covid-19 pandemic has passed, PJJ with e-learning has become a reliable learning alternative. The implications of the findings of this research are important for other University in Indonesia to take policy steps, that, distance learning has become a solution to educational problems, which is not only UT as a University provide distance learning, but also for all University. This research recommends other University in Indonesia to adapt to advances in information technology by facilitating students to be able to learn by means of distance learning, especially for courses that allow not face-to-face.

MONITORING INFORMATION SYSTEM BARANG MILIK NEGARA (BMN) AT UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA MEDAN

2023-12-01T13:36:45+07:00

This research discusses the information system for monitoring state property "Barang Milik Negara (BMN)" which has been developed as a design for inventorying goods in government institutions, in this case the Universitas Terbuka Medan institution. The background of this research is to identify inventory needs, carry out inventory recording and monitoring of goods and risk management of state property based on the ISO 9001: 2015 standard that has been implemented by the Universitas Terbuka as a research measurement limit to the design of an application system framework using the Rapid Application Development (RAD) method which can be used to properly manage the State Property data database. The current research results show that the current State Property Application needs to be developed because the information contained in the current system still does not meet the audit criteria and regulatory compliance in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, so the researchers then developed an inventory database management application system with programming language and database management system software using MySQL to meet the required audit and regulatory compliance criteria.

FIRST RESULT-THE TIA APPLICATION FOR STUDENTS' MANAGING TALENT IN DISTANCE HIGHER EDUCATION

2023-12-01T13:42:44+07:00

The concept and practice of managing student talents and interests must be taken very seriously. Students are valuable human beings with high-value assets for themselves, universities, jobs, institutions, and society. Therefore, the campus's role is needed to develop students' soft skills. Distance higher education provides more expansive openness to the public for access to higher education wherever they are without age restrictions. However, the participation of distance education students is not optimal in non-academic activities. Because they do not know their talents and interests, the ages are very diverse, the student domiciles are spread out, and they do not find the right place to express their aspirations. Meanwhile, more soft skills can be developed in extra-curricular activities. This paper aims to develop applications measuring students' talents and interests. In achieving this goal, we assume students do not know their talents and interests. The research method is the development of the TIA (Talent and Interest Allocation) application, which measures six types of student intelligence characteristics: linguistics, logical-mathematical, musical, kinesthetics, interpersonal, and intrapersonal. The TIA application is applied to new students at Universitas Terbuka Padang in Even Semester 2022/2023. The number of respondents who participated was 1359 students from 29 study programs in 19 districts and cities of West Sumatra, Indonesia. Based on the TIA application, students directly know their dominant characteristics and get recommendations for appropriate academic and non-academic activities. Therefore, students can choose extra-curricular activities according to their talents and interests. Students can also use the results of the TIA application to assist the learning process. Students can choose a variety of learning sources according to dominant characteristics and anticipate their weaknesses by practicing new skills. This paper benefits students, universities, human resource practitioners, and policymakers by providing an easy-to-use application for a talent management system in distance higher education.

IDENTIFICATION AND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OF STUDENTS' TALENTS AND INTERESTS IN DISTANCE EDUCATION USING SOFT COMPUTING

2023-12-01T13:51:30+07:00

Distance education students have diverse ages, jobs, and domicile characteristics. Therefore, distance higher education faces challenges in developing policies according to students' needs and characteristics. Distance higher education needs a system that can analyze talents and interests so that students and campuses get references in making decisions. Universitas Terbuka has more than 400 thousand students and requires extensive data analysis to provide targeted services for all parties. This article aims to create a model for identifying and classifying the talents and interests of distance education students using soft computing. In the experiment phase, we applied the model to new students at the Universitas Terbuka Padang, Indonesia. Finally, the results obtained recommendations for talent and interest management systems based on model accuracy and challenges that need to be anticipated immediately by policymakers.

GEOSPATIAL IMPLEMENTATION FOR URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING PERSPECTIVES

2023-12-01T13:56:01+07:00

This paper explores the geospatial technology implementation among students of the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia. The study aims to assess the students' proficiency in geospatial technology, their interests in learning related topics, and the challenges they encounter while implementing geospatial technology in their studies. A total of 167 active students from various regions participated in the research through a questionnaire-based survey. The results revealed that five software tools, including ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Google Earth Engine, Microsoft Office, and QGIS, were commonly used by the students, each with varying levels of mastery. ArcGIS, a crucial tool for urban planning, was employed by 38% of the respondents, primarily at the visualization level. AutoCAD, known for its technical and architectural drawings, was preferred by 4% of the students, predominantly for data visualization. Google Earth Engine, a cloud-based geospatial data analysis platform, was chosen by 3% of the respondents, mainly for data inputting. Microsoft Office, while not explicitly designed for analysis, saw 38% of students using components like Excel and Access for data analysis. QGIS, with similar functions to ArcGIS, attracted 14% of the respondents. This study emphasizes the significance of geospatial technology integration in urban planning education and its role in shaping sustainable and efficient urban development. Furthermore, it highlights the challenges faced by students, particularly in a distance learning environment. By identifying the students' needs and skill levels, the research offers relevant recommendations to enhance geospatial technology education at Universitas Terbuka.

EVALUATION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION ONLINE EXAM SYSTEM AT OF OPEN UNIVERSITY OF JAKARTA

2023-12-01T14:11:38+07:00

This study aims to evaluate online examination system (SUO) of Open University of Jakarta (UT Jakarta). This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach and evaluation method in order to understand, explain and evaluate SUO of UT Jakarta. Research design used in this study is CIPP Stufflebeam evaluation model that consists of four evaluation components, namely context, input, process and product. The context analysis shows that online examination system (SUO) aims to: (1) Provide opportunities for students to be able to follow the final examination outside the written and oral schedules specified in the UT academic calendar; (2) Provide an opportunity to overcome the conflicting exam hour (one of the conflicting subjects can be taken through the SUO; (3) Provide opportunities for students to conduct re-examination for particular course(s) in the next semester if the result is not satisfactory. The input analysis shows that the resources used in the implementation of the online examination system are comprised of two: those people involved during implementation and post-implementation. They all effectively did their job. The process analysis shows that the implementation of online examination system that consists of participants’ registration and the implementation of SUO are effective. The product analysis shows that with the online examination system, students can accelerate their study because their test scores can be directly identified just after the implementation of online examination. If the students got unsatisfactory grades, they can improve their scores through manual examination.

DEVELOPMENT OF PROJECT BASED LEARNING TASK MODELS FOR ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY ONLINE TUTORIALS IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA

2023-12-01T14:24:36+07:00

So far, online tutorial assignments only cover questions that require theoretical completion. In the concept of learning Analytical Chemistry which requires the achievement of competence in mastering the basic concepts of methods and tools in carrying out chemical analysis, this is not sufficient. This study aims to explain the development of a project-based learning (PjBL) model for tutorial assignments in online tutorial learning assistance session for the Analytical Chemistry course in Food Technology study program. Developing methods carried out by the provision of structured assignments including practical nstructions then instructions for the preparation of detailed activities have been done. Materials have been founded from natural ingredients in the food category that are commonly encountered in everyday life, namely the extraction of Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) from coconuts. The media for delivering these activities is documentation in the form of photos or videos. From this structured real practice, students are proven to be able to carry out VCO extraction projects independently with an average accuracy level of above 90%. Not only the level of accuracy, but some students are also able to calculate the percentage of VCO yield obtained from whole coconuts. The distribution of grades is also maximal when compared to theoretical assignments. From this real experience, students are expected to be able to gain knowledge not only limited to theory but also knowledge from real things that they have done themselves. Thus, from the experience of all the five senses will produce in-depth knowledge for each individual student.

DEVELOPING ISNTRUMENTS AND SOFTWARE FOR MEASURING THE LECTURES’ AND STUDENTS’ DIGITAL SKILLS

2023-12-01T14:50:59+07:00

The government expects higher education in Indonesia to play an important role in developing competent, professional and skilled human resources to meet the needs of industry and society in the 21st century. E-learning is considered the most appropriate solution for the government's future efforts. However, the benefits of e-learning can only be obtained if lecturers (as course developers) and students (as users) have the necessary digital skills (KD) and use them appropriately. Currently, in the world, including in Indonesia of course, there is no standard instrument that can be used to determine digital skills indicators according to UNESCO's Digital Literacy Global Framework (UNESCO, 2019). According to UNESCO, the two constructs that need to be measured to determine a person's KD are Collecting and Managing Information and Producing and Exchanging Information with three and four aspects respectively. In addition, so that the results are valid and reliable, it is recommended that measurements should be administered in three different ways on the same individual, namely Performance Assessment, Knowledge-Based Assessment, and Self-Assessment. This research focuses on creating a KD instrument to measure the KD of lecturers and students using three different methods for the same individual. From the results of research using the unpaired t test or its alternative and profile analysis, it is known that the KD of lecturers and students is significantly different in Knowledge Based Assessment but not for the others. From the results of this research, it is also known that differences in KD are largely determined by the demographic factors involved in this research.

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF DISTANCE LEARNING: A STUDY ON WEBINAR TUTORING AT MAKASSAR REGIONAL UNIVERSITAS

2023-12-01T15:50:50+07:00

Unlike its conventional counterpart, distance learning is expected to overcome any access difficulties imposed by geographical barriers. It has the capacity to fit learning into areas throughout the country including remote areas situated in island areas. This is supported by a wide selection of learning-service modes, e.g., face-to-face tutoring, radio tutoring and online tutoring, with the latter made accessible particularly to remote learners. In addition to the learning modes, learners may work through both print and non-print learning materials. During 2020, the outbreak of COVID-19 gave rise to strict constraints in the learning mode regularly applicable in face-to-face setups, leading Universitas Terbuka to immediate shifts in carrying out tutoring services from traditional face-to-face to webinar basis (known as Tutorial Webinar or Tuweb). This research aims to scrutinize student assessment on the concept of distance learning through the implementation of Tuweb at Universitas Terbuka of Makassar. Quantitative descriptive method was selected, with data collected from a modified Likert-scale questionnaire that included 20 items. The research was restricted to a population of the entire students in Tuweb during the even semester of 2022. Results of descriptive analysis from 2.963 questionnaires using SPSS 23 show that the score ranged between 10.792 and 11.183 at a mean of 10.945. This indicates that the implementation of webinar tutoring (Tuweb) at Universitas Terbuka of Makassar well corresponded to the concept of distance education designed by Universitas Terbuka.

ANALYSIS OF STUDENT PERCEPTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION USING ONLINE TAKE-HOME EXAM (THE)

2023-12-07T14:26:48+07:00

The use of take-home exam (THE) on an online basis becomes an examination mode that Universitas Terbuka entails in its distance-education system during the outbreak of the COVID-19 to make a final evaluation of students’ course knowledge and mastery. The exam application is equipped with guidelines and instructions that have been introduced in an online socialization prior to implementation. The application fits into a very good category in terms of its usability and accessibility, corresponding well to the environment of UPBJJ-UT of Makassar. In this study, students’ perception of the implementation of final examination using online take-home exam fits into a very good category in average. Students are also in favor of the accessibility of downloading questions within the length of time they are allowed to take, and the ease with which students upload the answers to the application. Qualitative method using descriptive analysis in percentages was adopted, with the instrument including Likert-scale questionnaire and interview. The population involved the students of UPBJJ-UT of Makassar during the academic year 2022.1, from which random samples of 300 students were taken by distributing questionnaires on Google Forms. In the use of online final take-home examination, the core tenets of academic integrity policy persist; students download, upload, and then sign the pact of academic integrity, plagiarism, and ethical codes of examination. In a psychological standpoint, students are emotionally attached with their commitment to conforming to the exam regulations. The minimum penalty for those who are caught cheating would be an E (Error) on the exam. Results show that: (1) students’ sense of self-determination to abide with the entire session of online final take-home examination on a given schedule and within the expected length of time fits into a very good category: (2) the application effectively corresponds to students’ needs and expectation of carrying out final examination during the COVID-19 pandemic: and (3) in terms of its accessibility, the application competently extends the access to final examination to wider groups of students particularly those in rural areas that lack Internet service. This in turn leads to the flexibility with which the evaluation of student accomplishment and competence in one semester is conducted. In general, students respond in favor of the use of online take-home exam. This indirectly allows students to nurture a sense of self-determination to look up information in the module in order to substantiate their arguments and rationales behind their answers. In essence, online take-home exam presents a very effective tool for evaluating student achievement of competence in a given course.

THE ROLE OF THE OPEN UNIVERSITY IN IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF HUMAN RESOURCES THROUGH TECHNOLOGY POST PANDEMI COVID

2023-12-07T14:32:41+07:00

The Covid-19 pandemic that occurred has had a major impact on various aspects, especially aspects of education. This is an important issue that must be addressed immediately. The Ministry of Education through its circular letter stipulates that education in Indonesia is carried out under the Study from Home (SFH) system. The system and implementation of higher education in Indonesia is based on the mandate of the 1945 Constitution to educate the life of the nation, which is then passed down in various laws and regulations starting from Law no. 20 of 2003 concerning the National Education System, Law no. 12 of 2012 concerning Higher Education, PP No.4 of 2014 concerning Implementation of Higher Education and Management of Higher Education, and Permendikbud No. 3 of 2020 concerning National Standards for Higher Education The essence of the goals of higher education is to increase and equalize access to higher education, as well as to improve the quality of higher education to produce graduates who can contribute to improving the welfare of society and the national economy. Distance education (PJJ) is one of the strategic breakthroughs that can answer these challenges of access and quality. PJJ is an education delivery system characterized by the separation between teachers and students. The PJJ system has been implemented in Indonesia since the mid-1950s for written teacher education (Written PPPG) and has been used massively by the Open University (UT) since 1984. Through PJJ, UT has been able to distribute education services to all corners of the archipelago and has produced around two million graduates. The method used in this research is a descriptive literature method. All information is gathered to explain how the role of the Open University through distance learning continues to improve the quality of its human resources during a pandemic. The results of the study found that the Open University in improving its distance learning continues to innovate in technology, one of which is the Digital Learning Ecosystem, which is a system that organizes all activities at UT in a more structured manner. In addition, the Open University also implements policies or strategic goals to develop the quality of its human resources. The policy is abbreviated as “BRIGHT”.

ACHIEVEMENT OF THE EIGHT EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS IN SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOLS AND ITS IMPACT ON GRADUATES AND SCHOOL ACCREDITATION

2023-12-07T14:39:16+07:00

Education for Children with Special Needs is a mandate of Law Number 20 of 2003 Article 5 paragraph (2) of the National Education System Law. The implementation of education for children with special needs refers to the 8 (Eight) National Education Standards by the Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 57 of 2021. In preliminary research, the National Education Standards have been well managed. Furthermore, it is necessary to analyze the relationship between National Education Standards, so that it can be known with certainty the standard that has the most influence on increasing graduate competency and accreditation.

The results of research on 37 special needs schools in Java and Sumatra with 234 respondents show that the National Education Standards that do not have a significant effect on school and graduate accreditation are content standards (prob(0.642), process standards (prob(0.149) ), graduate competency standards (prob 0.564) , and assessment standards (prob 0.125). Standards that affect accreditation and graduates are management standards (regression coefficient: 0.544), financing standards (regression coefficient: -0.312), facilities and infrastructure standards (regression coefficient: 0.191), educators and education staff (regression coefficient: 0.189) So there is a need for government policies related to improving education standards for children with special needs.

DEVELOPMENT OF INTERACTIVE TEACHING MATERIALS FOR DHARMA ANANDA INDONESIA SCHOOL: AN APPLICATION OF THE ADDIE MODEL

2023-12-07T16:19:31+07:00

The purpose of writing this article is to explain the development of interactive teaching material models that are used as references and standard models that characterize the Indonesian Dharma Ananda School Subject Book Subject Matter. Dharma Ananda Indonesia School is a target school of Universitas Terbuka (UT). The development of this interactive teaching material uses the ADDIE model. The first step is the needs analysis stage by identifying the strengths and weaknesses of Dharma Karya UT Junior High School as a model of excellence. UT wants to make its target schools from classical, face-to-face ordinary schools, using general package books and ministerial recommendations for students towards an international standard school of excellence and will become a school that can serve all children in all corners of Indonesia. The second step is to develop an Interactive Teaching Material Development Design, which is useful as a blueprint for developing complete interactive teaching materials. This answers the need for improvements to all components of the school. One of the most crucial things in the field of education is teaching materials that are according to standards, according to student needs, easy to understand, easily accessible, can be studied individually by students anywhere, anytime without constraints. Then the third step, developing a prototype of Interactive Teaching Materials. In addition, on the other hand, there is a need for schools to increase the capacity of schoolteachers at the junior high school level in order to facilitate the learning process in the form of interactive teaching materials. The fourth step is testing the prototype as an implementation step, so that the quality of learning is in accordance with the expected learning outcomes. Finally, the fifth step is to evaluate the results of implementation. The evaluation here is used for improvement.

CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION BASED ON THE CONTEXTUAL TEACHING LEARNING (CTL) MODEL: AN ALTERNATIVE TO CULTIVATING CITIZENS' SOCIAL AWARENESS

2023-12-08T09:41:17+07:00

Citizenship Education is an important part of forming the character and awareness of good citizens. One approach that can be used in developing Civics is the Contextual Teaching Learning (CTL) Model. The CTL model combines the context of everyday life with active learning and direct student involvement in the learning process. This research aims to explain how the CTL model approach can be an effective alternative in fostering students' awareness of the surrounding environment. Through this model, students can relate Civics concepts to real situations around them, especially in the environmental context. In the CTL Model approach, Civics learning is carried out through several stages involving real experience, reflection, and application of knowledge in the context of everyday life. Students are invited to identify environmental problems around them, conduct research, and look for solutions that are sustainable and beneficial to the environment. This research uses qualitative research methods with a literature study approach. Data was obtained through analysis of documents related to Civics learning. The results of this research indicate that the CTL Model approach can be effective in fostering students' awareness of the surrounding environment. Students become more aware of the impact of their actions on the environment and feel responsible for making positive changes. They also develop critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration in solving environmental problems. In the context of Civics, the CTL Model approach can provide a more real and relevant learning experience for students. They can relate Civics concepts to their daily lives, increase their understanding of their rights and obligations as environmentally responsible citizens, and encourage active participation in environmental conservation and management efforts. In conclusion, the CTL model can be used as an effective alternative in fostering students' awareness of the surrounding environment through a relevant, active, and involved approach. Through this approach, students can develop a deeper understanding of the environment and have the awareness to act positively to protect and maintain environmental sustainability.

THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AS A MEANS OF POLITIC EDUCATION FOR YOUNG FIRST-TIME VOTERS

2023-12-08T09:43:51+07:00

Social media opens up opportunities for voters, especially beginners, to access a variety of information about politics. First-time voters on many occasions are young people who have never voted or voted in an election. They are the main target for politicians and parties because of their huge numbers, high enthusiasm in participating in elections and curiosity related to this largest democratic party. This group also belongs to the generation with a high level of social media users. This exposure to social media has an impact on their political activity engagement.

This research is titled The Role of Social Media as a Means of Political Education for Young Novice Voters. Aims to find out about the role of social media in shaping the voter behavior of young novice voters in Indonesia. In this study, the method used was qualitative with a case study approach. This research takes place in a natural situation and illustrates the interconnectedness of the social media process as a tool for political education among young first-time voters to then shape their political knowledge and attitudes.

The results showed that the use of social media had an impact on increasing information knowledge and voting behavior. Some of the things behind it can be seen from the accessibility of social media in disseminating and the rapid turnover of information. Influence young voters who have not made a choice. This accessibility also allows for seamless interaction. Social media with more interesting content, language that is more familiar to young people provides a more desirable choice compared to learning through conventional media. Involvement in political discussions, voicing issues among them and the ease of strengthening support through voting and other cyber activities for candidates are easily accommodated on social media.

INSTRUCTORS’ FEEDBACK AS TEACHING PRESENCE AT DISTANCE LEARNING

2023-12-08T09:48:35+07:00

The relationship and interaction between instructor and student are at the heart of the teaching and learning process. In distance learning, that relationship and interaction can exist in the form of online feedback from instructors in students’ assignments or discussion forums. The purpose of this study was to analyze the existence of teaching presence through tutors’ feedback in discussions and assignments in online tutorial at the Faculty of Law, Social and Political Sciences in Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia. The concept of teaching presence in this study was part of the Community of Inquiry framework from Garrison, Anderson & Archer (2000). The interaction in this learning community was combined in three elements, namely social presence, cognitive presence, and teaching presence. The Community of Inquiry was defined as a cohesive and interactive community of learners whose purpose was to critically analyze, construct, and confirm worthwhile knowledge (Garrison & Vaughan, 2008). Meanwhile, teaching presence in the Community and Inquiry framework was defined as the design, facilitation, and direction of (student) cognitive and social processes for the purpose of realizing personally meaningful and educationally worthwhile learning outcomes. The roles of a tutor in teaching presence in this framework were as: (1) instructional designers and organizers; (2) direct instructor, and (3) facilitators. This study used content analysis to analyze the sample text of feedback that were provided by tutors in discussions and assignments activities of 5 (five) courses during the eight-week period of online tutorials. The analysis of the text used message unit to identify to what extend teaching presence occurred in the interaction between students and tutors. The findings of this study indicated that teaching presence appeared in the 5 (five) courses through tutors’ feedback. It showed that the tutors’ feedback was functioned as facilitating discourse, where instructors have a primary role in promoting productive discourse by focusing class discussions, raising pertinent questions, finding areas of consensus, and moderating student participation.

SIMULATION OF PROFICIENT LEGAL PROCEEDINGS IN THE DIGITAL ERA THROUGH VIRTUAL REALITY CIVIL COURT PRACTICES

2023-12-08T09:51:37+07:00

In the post-pandemic era, the development of digitization in learning, especially at the higher education level, is no longer a new thing. The use of metaverse, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) is increasingly easy to find in almost every field of science, including the field of law, which requires the adoption of learning models using this technology. Virtual reality technology based on online game can be used by law students in legal proficiency courses, both civil and criminal. Students can immediately get involved in the trial simulation. To answer this challenge, Law Study Program of Universitas Terbuka developed virtual reality civil court practices based on online games. It is hoped that using VR can make it easier for law students to understand the civil trial process, the shape and arrangements of courtrooms, the flow of trial process, the roles of judges, plaintiffs, defendants, advocate, and other roles in court. Especially for students who have limited time and distance to able to come directly to court so that they have more realistic and interactive learning experience in understanding the legal process and court practice.

BREAKTHROUGH IN DISTANCE LEARNING WITH AUGMENTED REALITY AND VIRTUAL REALITY APPROACH POST-COVID 19 IN INDONESIA AND SINGAPORE

2023-12-08T09:55:54+07:00

The aim of this research is to find new breakthroughs in the field of distance education with Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality pasca Covid 19 in Indonesia and ingapore. Indonesia is a country that has varied demographics with a population spread across 13,677 islands, distance learning is one of the solutions. In addition, Singapore with a population of 5,950,202 people with an area located in the cross lanes of shipping traffic from East Asia, West Asia, Africa, Europe, America and Australia, is known as an industrial country, distance learning is one of the solutions also. Meanwhile, the benefits of distance learning are that it provides effective online learning methods, such as practicing with related feedback, combining collaborative activities with independent learning, personalizing learning based on the needs of students using simulations and games (Bates and Wulf, 2021). Augmented Reality defined as a combining technology the real world with the virtual world, is interactive according to real time, as well in the form of three-dimensional animation (Azuma, 1997). The use of Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality provides benefits for students to learn flexibly, especially in pandemic covid-19 era. The Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality makes it possible for its users to get a wider access of course substance. Qualitative descriptive method was used in this study. Observation and interview were applied as data gathering instruments in this study. In addition, the study used document analysis to support data analysis. This study involved +30 respondents. Those are students Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia and National University of Singapore. It was the use of Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality provide access for students to get quality learning content during covid-19 era. The results of study indicated that the use of Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality enhanced students’ knowledge and skills pasca Covid-19 in Indonesia and Singapore. Besides, students show positive attitude on distance learning course delivered through Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality. The implications of this study recommend that the use of Augmented Reality and Virtuall Reality improved distance learners knowledge pasca Covid-19 in Indonesia and Singapore.

EVALUATION OF “MY UT” APPLICATION

2023-12-08T09:59:11+07:00

In 2022, UT has developed a Single Sign On (SSO) for students called MY UT. This application is an authentication service system to assist students in the process of logging into a site or application. UT conducted the trial by analyzing Perceived User-friendliness, Community Practice and Intention to Use KMS. Researchers conducted clothing trials for students in UT nearby areas, namely UT Jakarta, UT Bandung, UT Serang and UT Bogor. With a total of 42 students. The results showed that students gave a good response related to Perceived User-friendliness. Respondents responded well to the understanding of each menu on the application, information, symbols, and confirmation messages and ease in finding information. According to respondents, MY UT can also increase interest in using applications in the learning process, make it easier for students to do assignments or study and improve performance in the learning process. Resmponden also gets comfort using a design that has been designed and gets short/long term benefits for students in supporting the learning process until graduation.

THE EFFECT OF SELF-EFFICACY, LEARNING MOTIVATION AND SOCIAL SUPPORT ON ACADEMIC PROCRASTINATION AMONG THE STUDENTS OF UPBJJ-UT OF MAKASSAR

2023-12-08T10:05:25+07:00

The problem of this study addresses academic procrastination in students in the study group (also known as pokjar) of Jeneponto and aims to identify the factors by which academic procrastination is influenced within the settings of Jeneponto Pokjar. Taking on quantitative approach in an ex post facto design, the study dealt with a population of 112 students in Jeneponto, from which samples were selected using saturation sampling (census) in which each member of the population was involved. Data were collected from questionnaires that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis fit in both partial and simultaneous regression analysis. Results showed that the effect of self-efficacy on academic procrastination among the students in Jeneponto Pokjar at UPBJJ-UT of Makassar peaked at 27,1%, learning motivation at 59,4, and social support at 32,4%. In simultaneous testing, self-efficacy, learning motivation, and social support accounted for 70,9% of the academic procrastination. Given that the statistical findings were positive and significant both in partial and simultaneous correlations, the implication is obvious; the importance of fostering and improving self-efficacy and learning motivation in order to cope with academic procrastination in students. This study offers recommendations for how to nurture relationships between the university and its students and to enhance students’ self-efficacy through self-development training, such as Student Learning Skill Education (Edukasi Keterampilan Belajar Mahasiswa or EKBM).

LEARNING FROM HOME FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ERA: CASE STUDY IN INDONESIA

2023-12-08T10:09:47+07:00

The Covid-19 (C-19) pandemic has occurred in all countries in the world since 2020. Its rapid transmission and the deadly impact forced efforts to adjust the way of human life, including in the world of education. One of the efforts to prevent the spread of this virus in Indonesia is to implement the Learning from Home (LFH) policy. Communication between the teacher and the child during LFH is conducted with technological intermediaries. This LFH policy must also be conducted at the level of early childhood education. What form of LFH can be done while still based on the principle of early childhood education, namely Learning Through Play? This paper aims to get an overview of the implementation of LFH in early childhood which was conducted in 2021 in one of the kindergartens in South Tangerang, Indonesia. The method used is a case study involving teachers in kindergarten, namely three teachers at level A (for children aged 4-5 years), three teachers at level B (for children aged 5-6 years), and a teacher in playgroups (for children aged 3-4 years). This study's results describe the planning, implementation, and evaluation of LFH in kindergarten, as well as opportunities and constraints from the teacher's point of view. LFH planning is carried out by teachers every month to anticipate policy changes. The daily activity plan outlines the monthly plan, with flexible activities from morning to evening to accommodate the working parents. The implementation of LFH is carried out by teachers with the help of Zoom for synchronous meetings and WhatsApp for asynchronous communication. Evaluation of the implementation of LFH is carried out by teachers, including daily evaluations and comprehensive evaluations carried out every week to two weeks. LFH opportunities perceived by teachers are that parents become more intensely involved in their children's education and opportunities for teachers and parents to improve their skills in using information technology. Meanwhile, the obstacles of LFH that are felt by teachers are that LFH relies heavily on technological devices and adequate internet access which is not necessarily owned by every family, and the lack of readiness of parents to accompany their children in conducting LFH activities as directed by the teacher. The suggestion for this research is that it is necessary to conduct an in-depth study of the ideal implementation of LFH for early childhood in Indonesia, following the character and needs of the diverse regions of Indonesia.

EDU-TOURISM: IMPROVING CIVIC EDUCATION LEARNING BY UTILIZING GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM

2023-12-08T10:18:37+07:00

Edu-Tourism is a tourism concept that combines education and tourism, with the aim of increasing tourists' understanding of culture, history and the environment in the destinations visited. In Bali, the focus of tourism is often concentrated on beaches, so that cultural and historical aspects are neglected. Therefore, efforts are needed to integrate the learning of civic education with the introduction of museums through an innovative edu-tourism approach. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be used for civic education learning through digital maps that display historical and cultural information at various locations in Bali. Tourists can access relevant information and develop a better understanding of Pancasila's values and national history. In addition, GIS can also be used to promote museums in Bali and provide detailed information about the collections and exhibitions offered. Combining civic education learning with the introduction of museums through an edu-tourism approach and the use of GIS provides multiple benefits. First, this approach increases tourists' awareness of Bali's cultural and historical riches, as well as enhances the preservation of valuable cultural heritage. Second, this approach provides opportunities for tourists to gain meaningful learning experiences, involving direct interaction with local culture and museum collections. An edu-tourism approach that integrates civic education learning with the introduction of museums using GIS will provide diversification in the choice of tourism activities. By directing tourists' attention to cultural and historical aspects, Bali can broaden its tourist appeal more holistically and promote a deeper understanding of its rich cultural heritage among tourists.

CREATING AN ENGAGING E-PORTFOLIO FOR BEGINNERS IN MASSIVE OPEN ONLINE COURSES (MOOC)

2023-12-08T10:24:31+07:00

This research aims to develop a web blog-based e-portfolio that will be taught to students through the Open University's Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC). The goal is to instil critical and creative characters in students through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC). The method used is research and development (R and D) which is directed to develop a web blog-based e-portfolio media that is validated and empirically tested to be able to foster critical and creative character of students through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC). The instruments used are questionnaires, and observation sheets. Data processing techniques were carried out including observations of students' critical and creative characters, student response questionnaires, and analyses and conclusions. Web blog-based e-portfolio media products developed in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) received a decent assessment from experts. The results of the application of web blog-based e-portfolio media developed in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) show that web blog-based e-portfolio media developed in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) can foster students' critical and creative characters.

MEREM.MY.ID: AN OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES FOR BLIND TOURISM

2023-12-08T10:30:58+07:00

This paper presents the research and development of merem.my.id, an open educational resources (OER) for blind tourism. The OER is targeted for non-blind people as a source of knowledge and reference on tourism for tourist with visual impairment, spesifically blind tourist. The initial process of development of this OER is an exploratory qualitative study on 5 blind tourist. The OER than developed using Wordpress CMS and WP-OER plugin. The OER targeting non-blind people to give them understanding and knowledge about blind tourism.

UNVEILING THE ESSENCE: EXPLORING THE IMPORTANCE OF DIGITAL CHARACTER LABORATORY THROUGH A COMPREHENSIVE NEED ASSESSMENT

2023-12-08T10:33:15+07:00

Character development in individuals is crucial for their holistic growth and success in various aspects of life. With the increasing demand for online and distance learning platforms, creating innovative and effective tools that foster character development in digital environments is essential. This study presents a comprehensive need assessment of digital character laboratory development for learners in higher education. This study aims to identify the key requirements and challenges in designing a digital character laboratory that promotes the development of positive values, ethics, and social skills among learners. The need analysis is based on a comprehensive review of existing literature and empirical studies, i.e. a survey. The survey involved 371 lecturers, teachers and students. The study found that 47.9% of respondents knew a character laboratory, but 71.97% said they did not have a character laboratory. As many as 53.72% of respondents stated that the character laboratory could benefit the learning process. These data indicate that the character laboratory needs to be developed. Moreover, other data shows that time is one of the obstacles for 75.53% of respondents to use the character laboratory. Thus, digital character laboratories are urgently needed to be developed. In addition to asking about the challenges of using a character laboratory, the survey consisting of 34 instruments also explored what values and social skills can be developed through a virtual character laboratory. The findings of this need analysis will contribute to developing a robust framework for character digital laboratory design in open and distance learning settings. The framework will address pedagogical considerations, technological requirements, and assessment strategies to ensure the effectiveness of character development interventions. Moreover, it will guide educators and instructional designers to create immersive and interactive learning experiences that nurture learners' personal and social growth.

THE ACCEPTANCE OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING (ODL) INSTITUTIONS IN MALAYSIA

2023-12-08T10:37:12+07:00

This study aims to explore employee acceptance of digital transformation in online distance-learning higher education institutions. The research investigates the influence of latent variables, including effort expectancy, performance expectancy, self-efficacy, and intention, on the acceptance of digital transformation. The study expands on existing theoretical frameworks and provides empirical evidence of the significance of these variables in the context of online distance learning. Primary data were collected from employees in online distance learning higher education institutions using a structured questionnaire. The relationships between the latent variables and acceptance were examined through statistical analysis, including regression analysis and hypothesis testing based on 387 respondents. This study employs the structural equation modelling (SEM) technique for data analysis. The findings revealed that effort expectancy, performance expectancy, self-efficacy, and intention significantly influenced employee acceptance of digital transformation. All the direct and indirect relationship hypotheses are supported. Based on the results, several practical implications and strategies for online distance learning institutions are identified. Institutions should prioritize user-friendly technologies and platforms to improve effort expectancy. Effective communication of the benefits of digital transformation can enhance performance expectancy. Fostering self-efficacy among employees can be achieved through continuous professional development opportunities and a supportive culture. Proactive measures, such as involving employees in decision-making processes and providing incentives, can enhance employees’ intention toward digital transformation. Theoretical implications of the study contribute to the existing knowledge on acceptance theories, highlighting the multidimensionality and interplay of various factors in the context of online distance learning. Future research could explore additional variables, conduct longitudinal studies to understand digital transformation's long-term effects and examine cultural and contextual factors that may moderate acceptance.

TEACHING EMOTIONAL FEELING AND REGULATION FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN: STRATEGIES AND CHALLENGES

2023-12-08T10:47:09+07:00

Mastering emotions is an essential skill that needs to be developed since childhood. The critical period of emotional development occurs in preschool children because they learn to encounter a new social environment. They are also increasingly aware of their emotions and feelings. This study explores teachers' strategies to teach preschool children emotional feelings and regulation in school. In addition, the challenges of teaching emotional feelings to preschool children are addressed in this study. The Qualitative approach is used through in dept-interviews focusing on a purposive sample of 4 preschool teachers in urban and rural areas. The initial findings reveal that emotional feelings and regulation can be taught through storytelling, role-playing, and self-reflection journaling. Lack of the ability to express emotional feelings through verbal language and parenting style are considered as a major challenge in teaching young children about emotions.

USE OF THE HALLO UT APPLICATION AND QUALITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES IN UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA STUDENT SERVICES

2023-12-08T10:50:49+07:00

Universitas Terbuka (UT) continues to strive to increase student numbers. Maintaining the number of existing students is carried out by providing good and quality services. Several elements need to be considered in providing quality public services, including convenience, timeliness, economy, and security in providing services. During the study process at UT, students need various administrative services ranging from registration to legalizing diplomas. To get administrative services, students can come directly to the UT Regional office or via the Hallo UT application. Regarding the use of the Hallo UT application for services to students, at UT Gorontalo not many students directly use the Hallo UT application, students prefer to come to UT Gorontalo. In face-to-face service, front desk officers should be able to provide quality service. In this regard, it is necessary to examine the quality of service provided by officers at the UT Gorontalo front desk, and why there are still so few students who use services via the Hallo UT application. This research use desciptive qualitative approach. Sampling was carried out by purposive sampling, among students and service officers at UT Gorontalo. Data analysis was carried out using qualitative data analysis. The research results show that the administrative services provided at UT Gorontalo are good. The Hallo UT application has not been widely used by students due to students' lack of interest in adapting to using digital-based applications.

IMPLEMENTATION OF WEBINAR TUTORIALS ON ONLINE TUTORIALS FOR SCIENTIFIC PAPERS COURSES IN THE SOCIOLOGY PROGRAM

2023-12-08T12:31:07+07:00

This research aims to evaluate the implementation of a webinar-based online tutorial learning program in Karya Ilmiah courses. This is because starting from the 2022 academic year, students who take the scientific papers course, apart from being required to take online tutorials, are also required to take part in webinar tutorials. The focus of this research is Sociology students who take scientific papers courses and tutors. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach using interview techniques. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the implementation of online tutorials for scientific work courses went smoothly even though there were only a few participants, not half the total participants. We can see the implementation of this webinar tutorial from the management of learning implementation, learning activities, participation in the webinar tutorial, interactions in the webinar tutorial, and responses in the webinar tutorial. In the course of learning through this webinar tutorial, various obstacles or barriers were encountered. The obstacles found included problems logging in to Microsoft Office365, not being able to create a webinar tutorial link, not being able to record the webinar, poor internet network, lack of student participation, and constraints on the schedule/time of holding the webinar. Apart from that, another obstacle is students' ignorance that scientific work webinar tutorials are something that must be followed. Therefore, it is important to socialize the mandatory provisions for participating in the Scientific Papers webinar tutorial.

PROJECT-BASED OF MATHEMATICS LEARNING PARADIGM IN OPEN AND DISTANCE EDUCATION

2023-12-08T12:34:09+07:00

This research aims to elucidate the paradigm of project-based mathematics education within the context of open and distance learning. Mathematics encompasses the acquisition of knowledge, the study of precise sciences tied to reasoning, and extends beyond mere calculation. It involves problem generation and resolution, pattern recognition, linguistic aspects, cognitive processes, and evolving knowledge—a tool for evolving and dynamic comprehension, fostering autonomy and nurturing independent thinking. The significance of mathematics in life is profound, offering meaningful insights, honing analytical acumen, and furnishing solutions to diverse challenges. Applying a project-oriented approach to mathematical representation involves harnessing cognitive prowess, self-reliance, cooperative attitudes, and social interaction among peers to arrive at problem-solving solutions. This approach flourishes within the three dimensions of open and distance education: (1) accessibility to information resources, (2) self-directed learning, and (3) a structured and accountable curriculum. The research employs a qualitative methodology, employing literature review and interviews with mathematics education instructors. The combination of literature analysis and interviews yields comprehensive insights. The findings of this study underscore project-based learning as a prominent pedagogical method within open and distance education. This approach enhances comprehension, sharpens logical reasoning, hones problem-solving proficiencies, fosters creativity, nurtures self-directed learning, heightens engagement, bolsters motivation, and promotes collaborative endeavors.

QLICT AND MERDEKA BELAJAR

2023-12-08T12:42:15+07:00

Merdeka Belajar (freedom to learn) is a new approach that students can choose the subjects they are interested in. Merdeka Belajar policy aims to enable students to optimize their talents and can make the best contribution in working for the nation. The concept of Merdeka Belajar is manifested in the educational development where all stakeholders are become agents of change. Information and Communication Technology development is one of the factors that influence digital holistic learning so that students can access various learning resources based on technology.

QLICT is a new thoughts and practices in the field of learning by combining the concept of Quantum Learning with Information and Communication Technology. The QLICK learning concept is: (a) Samudra Taman Pesta Ilmu, there are many sources of knowledge, what must be done is to use abundant and enjoyable learning resources using AI; Chat Engine, Applications needed (b) Collect of competency certificates; (3) DIGITAL Holistic Learner; and (d) SMART. QLICT's learning motto is Quicker, better, happier, smart, simple, by click, solutions at your fingertips. The advantages taught in the QLICK learning model are learning the ethics of using Information and Communication Technology and acceleration through ICT. The learning process focuses on questions, not answers, so students are taught to ask meaningful questions.

EMPOWERING EMPLOYEES THROUGH DISTANCE LEARNING: A CASE STUDY OF KENDARI REGIONAL OFFICE UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA AND COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCES (STIKOM) YOGYAKARTA

2023-12-08T12:54:33+07:00

Distance learning was first utilized at the Indonesian Open University. The COVID-19 pandemic rise has also altered the teaching and learning process to become online education. This is an opportunity for STIKOM Yogyakarta to launch an online Bachelor's degree transfer program from a Diploma to a Bachelor's degree. The possibility of completing remote education through online learning is empowering for employees. The empowerment of employees through distance learning demonstrates that these employees have access to the necessary resources and knowledge to become educated and more productive at work when they work to their full potential. This study's objectives were to (1) describe strategies for empowering employees through distance learning programs, (2) analyze the achievement of indicators of employee empowerment after completion of the distance learning program, and (3) identify factors that support and inhibit employee empowerment through distance learning. This study employs a qualitative case study research method. Through in-depth interviews and Focus Group Discussions, data was collected. There were ten research participants, including five Kendari Regional Office Open University students and five STIKOM Yogyakarta transfer program students. The findings of the study indicate that (1) the empowerment strategy is implemented by creating an environment that allows the employee's potential to develop (enabling) and strengthens the employee's potential or power (empowering) through the use of special programs and guidance while participating in a distance learning program. Indicators of employee empowerment include the emergence of initiative and independence in the performance of work, the ability to make decisions and propose proposals to superiors, and expanded potential and skills for both the performance of work and career advancement. The supportive indicators for employee empowerment are the workplace institution's support and wisdom as well as universities offering distance learning, whereas the obstructing factors are the internet network's quality and time management.

THE EFFECT OF DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP ON THE QUALITY LEARNING CIVIC EDUCATION

2023-12-08T13:00:40+07:00

Civics material students are able to think critically, creative, able to examine logical relationships, propose experiences to strengthen knowledge, able to agree on appreciating the value of the product. University is the primary influencer in developing a person's character so they can use technology responsibly, which is what is being said utilizing the principles of digital citizenship. Used approaches descriptive quantitative research where research is conducted by researchers in this study this is meant to highlight the influence variables written with angles and states the relationship with existing theories with a quesioner. The value of t count (14,510) > t table (1.66) with a significant value of 0.000 <0.05 therefore it can be concluded that partially there is a significant influence of digital citizenship (X) on the quality of learning (Y) in civic education. By increasing digital citizen-ship, this will affect the quality of learning in civic education. Digital citizenship is a concept that encourages educators, technologists, and lay people to under-stand what the general public needs to know in order to use technology wisely.

THE ROLE OF THE GOVERNMENT IN OVERCOMING PLAGIARISM AND THEFT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGTS

2023-12-08T13:13:25+07:00

The purpose of writing this article is to find out the government's role in overcoming rampant plagiarism among academics and theft of intellectual property rights in Indonesia. Plagiarism and intellectual property rights are essentially the same as other material property rights, namely giving rights to creators or owners to benefit from the investment of their intellectual work in the field of industrial property and copyrighted works which are called copyrights. Cases of plagiarism and violations of intellectual property rights in Indonesia cannot be underestimated. As a result of these violations, not only will the country suffer losses and threaten investment flows, but Indonesia may also be threatened with an embargo on its export products. Technological developments, especially developments in digital technology, are considered to support the growth of plagiarism and violations of intellectual property rights. The method used is descriptive analysis, where this article tries to interpret and describe the existing data with the situation that occurs to get the relationship between objects. Law enforcement in the field of intellectual property rights is highly dependent on the enforcement process in general, so if the law enforcement process is generally good, law enforcement on intellectual property will also be good.

STUDENT RESPONSE IN USING SMARTPHONE-ASSISTED AUGMENTED REALITY VIDEO IN LEARNING

2023-12-08T13:16:40+07:00

Smartphone-assisted video augmented reality was developed to facilitate students who want to study anywhere, and anytime. This media can be used for distance higher education students. The material studied includes the presentation of information about the work procedures of a concept being practiced. This study aims to get student responses about the use of augmented reality videos in chemistry learning. The activity was preceded by developing a video program and being validated by a media expert, followed by making markers and developing applications. The results of the development were tried on 8 male students and 31 female students, as well as 4 teachers. The data was obtained based on the instrument in the form of a questionnaire containing questions related to the use of augmented reality videos that have been developed. Data were analyzed by descriptive qualitative. The results obtained showed that the questions given were responded well and very well by the students. Student responses stated that Augmented Reality (AR) video shows were able to 1) introduce students to the basic material of chemical experiments (100%), 2) build an understanding of teaching materials (92.3%), 3) provide an initial understanding before working in the laboratory (95.9%) %), 4) introduce the object of the experiment to be carried out (100%), 5) represent the form of the components of the tool and chemicals as they are, 6) explain the procedure for using the tool easily (100%), 7), analyze in-depth thoughts, and theory about the chemical experiment to be carried out (94.6%), 8) obtaining new interpretations and ideas (97.4%), 9), after following the AR broadcast given, looking forward to the next practical topic experiment (100%). Meanwhile, the response given by the teacher included that although this media can be used, there are still some parts that need to be revised because the image disappears when the camera is moved, and the image starts again from the beginning when rescanning, so the application needs to be modified.

THE EMERGING OF ECCOUNTING EDUCATION INNOVATION: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS

2023-12-08T13:23:11+07:00

This study aims to conduct a comprehensive review of accounting education innovations development study from time to time. The sample consists of 142 documents published from 1983 until 2023 period using the Scopus database with keywords: accounting education innovation. The method in this research was a systematic literature review with a bibliometric approach utilizing VOSviewer software to provide a graphical analysis of bibliometric data and visualization of research results. From the visualization, two main groups (colors) are generated. The red area consists of topics related to accounting, accounting education, innovation, and teaching innovation. The green cluster area included educational technology, curriculum and instruction, faculty, and students. From the network analysis result, it can be concluded that these keywords lie in the context of accounting education within higher education institutions for the red area and interconnected in the educational ecosystems for the green cluster. The education system, including higher education, plays a role in accounting education and can adopt innovative approaches to teaching. Surprisingly, we found that the fields of accounting education specialized areas like management accounting and cost accounting. Lastly, education technology can enhance curriculum and instruction, literature review inform curriculum development, faculty members are responsible for curriculum development and instruction, and students are the ultimate beneficiaries of these efforts. By mapping education topics, the bibliometric analytic could systematically review multiple studies to provide a less biased perspective. It also helps future research by clustered studies based on the connectivity among keywords to understand better what next innovations are needed.

THE ADVANTAGES OF GURU PINTAR ONLINE (GPO) IN ENHANCING THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS

2023-12-08T13:26:23+07:00

The open and distance education system is highly dependent on the use of information and communication technologies to facilitate student participation in teaching and learning activities. Smart Online Teacher or Guru Pintar Online (GPO) is a portal developed by Open University on its official website. This article provides an analysis and implications of GPO websites for the professional development of early childhood teachers, as well as a summary of the best websites for the development of teacher competence in the distance education system. Survey-based qualitative research methodologies. In the environment of the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training at the Open University, 1,502 teachers of early childhood education participated in this study. The research examines how teachers use GPO websites to enhance their teaching abilities by analyzing video lessons in learning laboratories. In distance education, learning websites are required to assist teachers in developing competencies because the website has high expectations in learning GPO (99.9%), students (99.9%) believe that through GPO, advanced actions can be taken to support work and professionalism. Furthermore, GPO is viewed as a resource for students to work together if they encounter similar problems and share their experiences. In addition, students were observed to assess their comprehension of the information obtained from this website. 97% of respondents believe that pupils must first be prepared before participating in significant discussions. 98% said that in order to make the course materials simple to comprehend, they drew from sources other than the GPO. According to student responses, 99 percent of them felt that enhancing their professionalism as instructors was beneficial. GPO can be utilized to facilitate the growth of early childhood educator competencies.

THE ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM SUPPORT IN EQUIPPING STUDENTS TO BUILD ONLINE ENTREPRENEURSHIP STARTUPS

2023-12-08T13:28:52+07:00

Indonesia has 3,800 universities at the provincial, district and city levels. This number represents a potential market for improving community welfare through empowering students, especially in the entrepreneurial sector. This shows that Indonesia consists of various islands which produce various commodities. The presence of technology has helped many sectors in building businesses and building work efficiency. Using technology can improve people's welfare and advance various types of sectors that are growing in people's lives. Including the presence of technology in improving and building entrepreneurial start-ups for students. The research entitled The Role of Technology System Support in Equipping Students to Build Online Entrepreneurship Startups is descriptive research with a qualitative approach. Primary data sources were obtained from informants who were directly involved in supporting students to be able to start online entrepreneurship, namely universities, government, entrepreneurs. Secondary data sources were obtained from various printed and electronic documents related to research objectives. The collected data is classified and collaborated with secondary data. Furthermore, from the data that has been processed and analyzed, a narrative will be provided according to the research objectives. The results of the research concluded that to be able to encourage students to be able to start online entrepreneurship, they need support from universities as parties that provide intense assistance to students, the government as the party that issues regulations that support entrepreneurial programs for students and entrepreneurs as a place for students to practice so that students can get the right business strategy in online entrepreneurial format according to the potential of their region.

UTILIZATION OF THE VIRTUAL MUSEUM AS A COMPLEMENTARY TO LEARNING PANCASILA EDUCATION ON THE ELEMENTS OF BHINNEKA TUNGGAL IKA IN THE MERDEKA CURRICULUM

2023-12-08T13:32:23+07:00

Virtual museum is an important medium that can be used in learning in the digital age by providing broad access and making student learning experiences more interesting, inclusive, and relevant to an ever-evolving world. Virtual museums also enrich students understanding of the subject material in the digital era. This paper provides a study that shows the urgency of using the virtual museum provided by the National Museum as a supplement to learning Pancasila, especially the elements of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika that are explained in the Curriculum Merdeka. This study uses a descriptive-analytical method by reviewing the Curriculum Merdeka for the Pancasila Education subject, then analyzing what material is in the virtual museum of the National Museum that can be used as a supplement in every class. This research aims to take advantage of technological developments in Pancasila Education. In addition, this research also aims to explore the diversity in Indonesia through virtual museum materials. From this research, it can be understood that technological developments through virtual museums can be a supplement to classroom learning. The virtual museum is also able to maximally explore the elements of diversity in diversity as formulated in the Merdeka Curriculum.

EFFECTIVENESS OF SERVICE CENTRES FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION STUDENTS

2023-12-08T13:39:06+07:00

Open Distance Education (ODE) students are required to be independent learners. Students in the Early Childhood Education Teacher (ECET) programme are teachers who are trying to improve their academic qualifications to obtain a bachelor's degree that is linear with their work. Therefore, they study while working. In this process they need help in the learning process. One of them is the UT Service Centre. The satisfaction of students who are members of UT service centres in the region is described in this article. This research was conducted on students of the Early Childhood Education Teacher Programme at Universitas Terbuka. A total of 64 respondents are members of the UT Service Centre. The research used a survey method. A questionnaire was distributed through the G-form platform. The results showed that most of the respondents were dissatisfied with the UT service centre. This was especially the case in relation to teaching materials, online tutorial guidance and funding. However, in terms of individualised services and availability of internet facilities and networks, they expressed satisfaction. The recommendations where the organisation of the UT service centres must be improved and be geared towards the provision of services to students from entry to graduation.

DEVELOPMENT OF OFFLINE LEARNING MEDIA REPOSITORY FOR UT-AKSES INDONESIA PROGRAM

2023-12-08T13:48:57+07:00

Today, the repository is a potentially rich source of useful information, data, images, and research results. Open source software helps primarily in lowering initial and ongoing costs, eliminating vendor lock-in and allowing for greater application flexibility. The main advantage of open source software is that it is generally free to use like DSpace applications. DSpace is an open source software platform for storing, managing and distributing collections in digital format. The DSpace application supports creating digital archives that are more permanent and shareable than analog archives. DSpace can support a wide variety of artifacts, including learning media. The need for learning media by Universitas Terbuka (UT) students who live in remote parts of Indonesia who do not have reliable internet access have difficulty accessing UT Online is urgently needed. This condition creates a huge digital divide compared to their urban counterparts. For this reason, it is necessary to have support services and one of them is through the UT-AKSES program. This program provides a local server design for a wireless network system named "UT-AKSES" based on offline repository learning media. Offline Internet servers have two (2) main functions to serve the student learning process and support offline Internet network operations. The SSH, DHCP, and DNS servers are used to perform offline Internet network operations. Apache Web Server, Moodle e-Learning, Kiwix, and file sharing for online libraries to aid the student learning process. Kiwix is used to make Wikipedia accessible offline for students. Two major system requirements, namely, performance and affordability, are critical for remote students for Offline Internet operations. Following the desired performance sequence, the Internet server design can use Raspberry Pi 3 or 4, mini pc, or personal computer to serve 100 students. The project also discovered the most feasible service in term of budget, capacity and the reliability services. The compared budget for the server ranges from Rp. 700,000 to 8 million with the wifi-coverage ranges from 10 meters to 2 km. The mini PC seems to become affordable and reliable choice to be implemented for upscaling digital literacy and access for UT students in Internet blank spot areas.

META-ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF THE HYPNOTEACHING METHOD ON LEARNING OUTCOMES IN SCHOOL

2023-12-08T14:25:17+07:00

This research study explores the utilization of the hypno-teaching method by an educator aiming to enhance student learning outcomes in a school setting. The primary objective of this investigation is to analyze the influence of employing hypno-teaching on students' academic achievements. The research method involved a systematic review of pertinent literature accessed through Google Scholar using the keywords "learning outcomes and hypno-teaching." A rigorous selection process led to the identification of 12 journal articles and 2 student theses deemed relevant for analysis. Hypno-teaching is an instructional approach that merges hypnosis with pedagogical processes. The findings from this study reveal a significant improvement in student learning outcomes following the implementation of the hypno-teaching method. Quantitative descriptive analysis indicates that the average pretest scores (before the utilization of hypno-teaching) stood at 60.44, whereas the average posttest scores (after the incorporation of hypno-teaching) rose to 78.03. This represents a remarkable 35.46% enhancement in student learning outcomes. Nevertheless, it is essential to acknowledge the limitations inherent in any research endeavor and the various variables that necessitate consideration. While this research contributes substantially to the field of hypno-teaching methodology, further studies with larger and more diverse samples are imperative to validate these findings. Additionally, the effectiveness of the hypno-teaching method may fluctuate contingent upon factors such as student characteristics, teacher competencies, and the learning environment. Thus, continued exploration and refinement of this teaching approach are warranted. This research underscores the commitment of educators to continuously improve teaching methods for the benefit of their students.

DIALOGUE AS WAY TO ENGAGE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECE) STUDENT TEACHERS WITH THEIR LEARNING: A CASE STUDY IN UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA

2023-12-08T14:28:07+07:00

Universitas Terbuka (UT) is the only university in Indonesia that fully uses distance education (DE) system. UT has Early Childhood Education (ECE) study program and the students are kindergarten and ECE teachers. In UT, the common and the main learning process are given using online which be called online tutorials. This study investigated student teachers’ engagement in their learning. The respondents were UT’s ECE student teachers who participated in one ECE Writing Scientific Article course during April to June 2023. The research question of this study is how dialogue can increase students’ engagement in their learning? For this study, students’ engagement will be shown if the students actively participated in the online tutorial and in the WhatsApp group discussion provided by the tutor who were also one of the researchers. To help students to be more engage in their learning the researchers used dialogue. Students can be called engaged in their learning if the students involved in the discussions and did their tasks. The reason for this study was it was found that in the first 3 weeks of the online tutorial, only 5 from 15 students participated in the online discussion either in webinar tutorial or in WA group. This study used qualitative approach with observation. The data were analyzed descriptively. After the researchers used dialogue with the students, there was a rise in the number of the students who participated in the Writing Scientific Article course. The results of this study was before the course finished in June 2023, there were 12 students who were really engaged in their course which was shown by writing the scientific paper as the tasks of the ECE Writing Scientific Article course. It was shown also that using dialogue with the students can increase students’ engagement in learning.

HOW ONLINE TUTORIALS FOR SCIENTIFIC PAPER COURSES AFFECT STUDENT SATISFACTION AT INDONESIAN OPEN UNIVERSITY

2023-12-08T14:34:44+07:00

Writing scientific papers is a crucial skill that students must acquire during their academic journey. At the Open University, the scientific paper course is a mandatory requirement for all bachelor's degree programs. However, the course poses unique challenges as it is conducted online through Microsoft Teams. This study aims to assess the satisfaction levels of students participating in the scientific paper course, focusing on their understanding, engagement in activities, and overall learning outcomes. The study employed a combination of methods, including a questionnaire, interviews, and documentation analysis. Data samples were collected from students enrolled in scientific paper courses at Lampung Open University during the 2022.2 and 2023.1 semesters. To ensure representative data, a 20% sample size was determined from each faculty using purposive sampling strategies. Direct contact with respondents was made to gather the necessary information. The questionnaire utilized a Likert Scale model, with response options ranging from Very Unsatisfied (VU) to Very Satisfied (VS). The results of the study indicated that students from all faculties reported satisfaction rates of 50% or higher. Among the faculties, the Faculty of Economic and Business achieved the highest satisfaction percentage (83.5%), followed by the Faculty of Science and Technology (78.5%), the Faculty of Law, Social and Political Science (74.8%), and the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training (61%). In conclusion, the findings suggest that students exhibited a good understanding of the scientific paper course conducted online, and most students were able to actively participate in the learning process. This was supported by the excellent academic results achieved by the students. The study highlights the importance of online platforms for delivering course content effectively and the need for continuous improvement in facilitating student engagement and comprehension in scientific paper courses. Further research could explore additional factors influencing student satisfaction and identify strategies to enhance the online learning experience in biology and science education.

UTILIZING WHATSAPP GROUPS AS VIRTUAL COMMUNITIES FOR THE PRESERVATION OF LOCAL CULTURE IN WEST LAMPUNG

2023-12-08T14:37:15+07:00

This scholarly discourse endeavors to elucidate the application of WhatsApp groups as virtual communities within the context of cultural preservation strugles in West Lampung. In the contemporary digital milieu, communication technologies, including WhatsApp, have garnered prominence as conduits for interpersonal interaction and the dissemination of information. This treatise is underpinned by an empirical investigation conducted through a qualitative research paradigm, wherein in-depth interviews and observational techniques served as the principal modes of data acquisition.

The subjects of this inquiry comprised denizens of the indigenous populace in West Lampung, who were active participants in WhatsApp groups expressly dedicated to communal initiatives germane to local culture. Subsequently, the amassed data underwent meticulous scrutiny to unearth discernible patterns and thematic undercurrents. The research findings incontrovertibly affirm that the harnessing of WhatsApp groups as virtual communities assumes a pivotal role in the safeguarding of indigenous heritage within the precincts of West Lampung. These digital enclaves facilitate the unfettered exchange of information, the dissemination of erudition, and the sharing of experiential insights pertaining to indigenous cultural proclivities. Furthermore, these forums afford a platform for cogent deliberations, the orchestration of collaborative aspires, and the coordination of cultural preservation activities of regional significance.

PHENOMENOLOGY STUDIES: ACCOUNTING GAMES AS METHOD SIMULATION ACTIVE LEARNING FOR UNDERSTANDING ACCOUNTING IN I-GENERATION

2023-12-08T14:40:35+07:00

The rapid development and growth of technology have implications for innovation in the field of education. Accounting learning in a monotonous class with learning that is embedded in the teacher is an old way that gives the impression that learning is only centered on the teaching staff. Accounting learning education is not limited to understanding but there are other components in terms of intellectual intelligence, emotional intelligence, and social intelligence. Generation-I is the youngest generation in the order of human evolutionary life, where they were born in a world of sophisticated technology so the methods in the process of growth and development while learning and education must be adapted to the times. A new way of learning as in the concept of independent learning is one way to follow the implementation of learning for Batch I students. This research was conducted with the aim of observing and studying students in independent research to solve accounting learning problems using learning simulations designed with the learning accounting game method project based. Phenomenology is used as a tool to analyze students' understanding of accounting with the project-based learning accounting game method because it can observe directly and exploratively existing situations. This research is qualitative descriptive research with the type of phenomenological research with observation techniques, interviews, and documentation. This research was conducted on class XII high school (SMA) students at SMAN 4 Tangerang Selatan and SMA Dharma Karya. The results of this study illustrate that students in the i-generation category prefer active learning with the project-based accounting game method because not only intellectual learning but other components such as emotional and social in groups are also needed in solving problems and determining policies. Understanding of learning accounting is increasing and students are happier and understand that learning accounting is fun.

TRANSITION OF UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING FROM PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCY ENTITIES TO LEGAL ENTITIES

2023-12-08T14:45:00+07:00

In 2022, the change in status from Universitas Terbuka (UT) from "Public Service Agency State University (PTN BLU)" to "State University with Legal Entity (PTN-BH)" made many changes to university governance, one of which was in the financial aspect. This research was conducted to examine the planning and budgeting transitional strategy during the transformation of legal entities, where institutional management authority was exercised independently, including autonomy in financial management. The financial planning system, financial information system, implementation and accountability information system as well as budget reporting was then redesigned to financial needs with PTN-BH regulations. PTN-BH's financial management autonomy is a form of delegation of authority to the PTN-BH's Articles of Association, the separation of state assets which gives rise to state law consequences. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with a legal approach and a conceptual approach, data collection methods in-depth interviews and documentation review. The results is that the preparation and implementation of the UT transition in the financial sector went through the initial stages of forming a team in the financial sector that compiles financial planning structures, accounting policies and financial reporting, development of systems and procedures for budgeting, financial reporting, financial performance evaluation systems and system development financial management and endowment fund.

IMPROVING STUDENTS' READING INTEREST THROUGH DIGITAL LITERACY

2023-12-08T14:50:50+07:00

The purpose of writing this article is to analyze digital literacy as a supportive tool for enhancing students' reading interest. This research is conducted through a literature review, which involves gathering information from various sources relevant to the topic under consideration. These sources include national journals and books related to the research focus. From the findings of this literature review, it can be concluded that digital literacy plays a crucial role in the success of education. However, students' reading interest in Indonesia, in general, still needs improvement. Factors influencing students' reading interest can be categorized into two groups, namely internal and external factors. In particular, the current development of communication and information technology has transformed many aspects of life, including learning and access to information. Access to information has become easier and faster through smartphones or gadgets owned by many people. This is reflected in students' tendency to prefer reading through digital media because of the easy access to a wealth of information. Therefore, having good digital literacy is expected to help guide students in increasing their reading interest, which ultimately contributes to the improvement of their knowledge.

EVALUATION OF TUTOR PERFORMANCE IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TUWEB FOR STUDENTS IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER EDUCATION STUDY PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA MAKASSAR

2023-12-08T14:55:23+07:00

Abstract

The learning at the Universitas Terbuka (UT) is characterized by a distance learning system (SBJJ) with various learning support services to facilitate students and teaching staff who are in different places and times. The services provided by UT intend to help the students to able studying independently and manage their learning process by understanding and deepening course material in various ways. UT provides space for interaction within students and their learning materials, interaction within the students, and also interaction between the students and their tutors through various tutorial methods including tutorials via Web (Tuweb). The implementation of Tuweb in the Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) program at UT-Makassar for the 2023.1 period where mostly attended by students which is necessary to evaluate its implementation. Evaluation of Tuweb implementation focuses on tutor preparation and performance regarding Tuweb implementation. The research samples were in study groups (Pokjar) Makassar, Maros, Luwu, Gowa and Enrekang. The tutor preparation data before Tuweb were collected from: https://lms.ut.ac.id which is the tutor files that include: Tutorial Activity Design (RAT); Tutorial Program Unit (SAT), Presentation Material (PPT), Task Plan, and Task Grid. While the Tuweb tutor performance data was obtained from observations of Tuweb implementation with observation sheets to assess initial activities, main activities and final activities of Tuweb implementation. The results of research regarding tutor preparation for 5 tutors obtained an average of = 91% in the very good category. And the results of observations of tutor performance in the implementation of Tuweb obtained an average of = 86% in the good category. The results of this research show that the results of evaluating the performance of Tuweb tutors for 2023.1 PGSD Program students at UT-Makassar obtained an average score = 88.5% in the good category.

THE DEVELOPMENT OF MOOC LEARNING MODELS TO IMPROVE TEACHER PROFESSIONALISM

2023-12-08T15:08:22+07:00

Education in the 21^st century emphasizes the quality of professional teachers who aim to create superior students for better education. A qualified teacher must have four competencies: pedagogic, personality, professional, and social. There are several ways to improve teacher professionalism, such as studying learning models and applying them in the classroom. One practical way to learn learning models is through MOOCs. Learning models are usually organized based on various principles or theories of learning as a foundation for its development. Learning models can be used as a pattern of choice to effectively and efficiently achieve learning objectives. The type of MOOCs developed is xMOOC using the ADDIE Model in studying Learning Models that teachers can apply. These MOOCs consist of seven learning model materials to improve teacher professionalism, namely (1) basic concepts of learning models, (2) contextual learning models, (3) cooperative learning models, (4) problem-based learning models, (5) thematic learning models, (6) distance learning models, and (7) independent learning models. The development of MOOCs opens a wide opportunity to be used as an open and massive learning platform to develop a teacher's competence in creating quality learning.

PEDAGOGY AND HONESTY AS CONCERNS OF FACULTY MEMBERS REGARDING GENERATIVE AI

2023-12-08T15:48:07+07:00

This is a study of teachers perception about using generative artificial intelligence (generative AI) among faculty members of Universitas Terbuka. Generative AI may produce text, image and video. Those material are easy to produce. Previous studies indicated that material produced by generative AI are becoming learning material in higher education. However, most studies do not investigate faculty members perceptions. Those studies do not focus on image and video produced by AI in education. Therefore, a study is conducted on faculty members of Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia. This study is a phenomenology qualitative research. There are 8 participants who answered the twelve open-ended research questions. Most faculty members agree to use generative AI in education. Most concerns are whether students claim the AI material without analyzing the content and if they claim the material as their own product.

VOCATIONAL EXCELLENCE AS A VOCATIONAL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY IN INDONESIA: CASE STUDY OF MEDAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE 13TH ASEAN WORLD SKILL 2023 IN SINGAPORE

2023-12-08T15:52:47+07:00

Vocational education plays an important role in preparing a high-quality and competent workforce to meet industry needs. This article analyzes the concept of "Vocational Excellence" as the main strategy in developing vocational education in Indonesia, using a case study of Medal Achievement in the 13th ASEAN World Skill in Singapore.

In this article, Vocational Excellence is used as a study material that plays a central role in improving the quality of vocational education in Indonesia using the SLR (Systematic Literature Review) approach. In addition, a multivariate statistical analysis of interdependence on the achievement of Medals in the 13th ASEAN World Skill was also carried out, as well as an exploratory analysis of the key factors that contributed to this success.

From the results of the study, it was found that the Vocational Education Development strategy as a reflection of the achievements of the 13th ASEAN World Skill included innovative learning strategies, curricula that are relevant to industry demands, the important role of mentors in guiding students, and close collaboration between vocational education institutions and the industrial sector. This case study also discusses the positive impact of Medal Achievement in strengthening the image of vocational education in Indonesia and motivating more students to pursue vocational education.

This article proposes strategic measures, including increased teaching staff training, adaptive curriculum development, and more collaboration opportunities with the industry sector, in order to improve the quality of vocational education in a sustainable manner.

THE NEW NAVIGATION OF EDUCATION: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) LECTURERS IN INDONESIA

2023-12-12T10:43:32+07:00

Education in the digital era is undergoing many changes, including the important role of lecturers in the form of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia has taken an important step by presenting the first AI lecturer in Indonesia. The implementation of AI lecturers offers opportunities to improve the efficiency and quality of education while creating a more inclusive environment. However, ethical and legal challenges also arise, including the protection of personal data, the rights and obligations of lecturers and students, and education quality assurance. This research focuses on "The New Navigation of Education: Opportunities and Challenges for Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lecturers in Indonesia" in the context of Industrial Revolution 4.0 and Society 5.0, where digital technology, including AI, plays a key role. The research method used is normative research or library research. This research uses several approaches in its analysis: conceptual, analytical, historical, and futuristic approaches. This research has a descriptive and prescriptive nature. This research uses content analysis to interpret and understand the text and communication media collected. The result of this research is that it is important to develop specific regulations and codes of conduct, as well as provide AI ethics education and effective reporting mechanisms. Periodic evaluation and review should be conducted to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of the regulations and code of conduct. The implementation of AI lecturers in Indonesia has the potential to open new opportunities in educational transformation if managed wisely with an integrated, sustainable approach and involving various stakeholders. Thus, Indonesia has the potential to become a leader in the utilisation of AI in education by combining technological innovation with a commitment to the quality of education and the protection of all parties rights.

DEVELOPING AN ODL TECHNOLOGICAL READINESS INSTRUMENT: A CONTENT VALIDITY APPROACHES

2024-04-29T12:31:28+07:00

Open and distance learning (ODL) is an important educational model that provides flexible and accessible learning opportunities. Its effectiveness depends on the technological readiness of learners, i.e., the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and resources available to use digital tools. To achieve quality outcomes, the tools to accurately measure technological readiness must be available. The aim of this research is to develop and validate an instrument adapted from the Parasuraman Technology Readiness Index (TRI) to measure ODL’s technology readiness, while documenting the development process, content and language expert feedback, and revisions to improve transparency and rigour. This mixed-methods psychometric research describes the process of instrument adaptation, which includes item selection and modification (by the researcher), item content review (by the expert), item redesign (by the researcher), and statistical item validation (using CVI scoring) tailored to the ODL context. Through iterative revisions guided by expert feedback, the instrument was refined to ensure its relevance, clarity and representation of intended constructs. The final version of the instrument has robust content validity (S-CVI=0.96, I-CVI/Ave=0.94 and S-CVI/UA=0.81) and captures dimensions of technology readiness (optimism, innovativeness, discomfort and insecurity) from the ODL perspective.