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Mapping the Path to Quality Early Childhood Education: Trends in Teacher Development in Indonesia Istiana, Yuyun
Jurnal Caksana : Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Vol 7, No 2 (2024): Jurnal Caksana: Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini
Publisher : Prodi PG-PAUD, FKIP, Universitas Trilogi

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This study aims to map the trends in early childhood education (ECE) teacher development in Indonesia from 2020 to 2023 through a Systematic Literature Review of 51 nationally accredited academic articles. The findings reveal a clear shift in focus from basic pedagogical skills to digital literacy and the adoption of innovative pedagogical models aligned with the implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka (Independent Curriculum). Moreover, the study identifies a significant geographic disparity, with most initiatives concentrated in the western and central regions of Indonesia, while eastern regions remain underserved in terms of professional development access. These findings underscore the urgent need to ensure equitable access to teacher training programs to realize inclusive and high-quality early childhood education in line with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4). This research makes a meaningful contribution to evidence-based policymaking and strategic planning for strengthening the capacity of Indonesia’s ECE teaching workforce.
Assessing Kindergarten Teachers' Competence in Integrating Character Education into Lesson Plans Istiana, Yuyun; Dhieni , Nurbiana; Supena, Asep
Exploration in Early Childhood Research Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): Exploration in Early Childhood Research
Publisher : Sekolah Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Jakarta

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This study aims to develop a conceptual framework and a preliminary assessment instrument to measure kindergarten teachers' competence in integrating character education into their lesson plans. Character education, the deliberate cultivation of positive ethical and moral values in students, is increasingly recognized as essential for holistic child development. However, there is a lack of standardized tools to evaluate teachers' abilities in this domain. This research will employ a comprehensive literature review to identify the key components of teacher competence in character education lesson planning. The review will examine existing research, theoretical frameworks, and best practices in character education and early childhood pedagogy. The findings will inform the development of a conceptual framework that outlines the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for effective character education lesson planning in kindergarten. Based on this framework, a preliminary assessment instrument will be designed. The expected outcome of this study is a preliminary assessment instrument grounded in a robust conceptual framework. This instrument will be ready for further refinement and validation through pilot testing and feedback from experts and practitioners in the field. This study will contribute to the field of early childhood education by providing a foundation for developing a standardized tool to evaluate and enhance teacher competence in character education, ultimately leading to improved character development outcomes for young children.