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Enhancing Quality Education Through Cooperative Learning in Remote Area Mustakim Mustakim; Ita Sarmita Samad; Umiyati Jabri; Ismail Ismail; Elihamid Elihamid
Ta'dib Vol 28 No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31958/jt.v28i1.14950

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Access to quality education in remote areas remains a global challenge, particularly in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4). This study explores the effectiveness of cooperative learning strategies in addressing educational disparities faced by students in rural communities in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. A qualitative approach was employed, involving semi-structured interviews with 12 teachers and 24 students from four public junior and senior high schools in isolated mountainous villages. Classroom observations were also conducted to triangulate the data. Thematic analysis revealed that cooperative learning enhanced studentsÔÇÖ critical thinking, encouraged active participation, and improved peer collaborationÔÇöespecially when supported by teacher facilitation, culturally relevant materials, and low-tech group projects. However, challenges such as limited access to learning materials, unstable electricity, and language diversity emerged as barriers. Students shared that working in groups helped them ÔÇ£grasp difficult topicsÔÇØ and ÔÇ£build confidence to express opinions.ÔÇØ The study underscores the potential of cooperative learning to reduce educational inequality in under served regions, while also highlighting the need for longitudinal research on the integration of emerging technologies such as AI and VR in remote settings. The findings provide practical recommendations for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders committed to inclusive and sustainable rural education aligned with SDG 4.
Optimalisasi Partisipasi Mahasiswa Penerima KIP-Kuliah dalam Program MBKM untuk Mendukung Pencapaian SDGs di Indonesia Ismail, Ismail; Beta, Nurlatifa; Akbar, Imam; Rahmat, Rahmat; Alfrida, Muthmainnah; Sunarti, Sunarti
Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 9 No 2 (2025): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/edumaspul.v10i1.8866

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Inclusive and quality education is a key element in supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the KIP-Kuliah program in enhancing student participation in the Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, focusing on the barriers and support factors influencing their engagement. The research employed a quantitative descriptive approach, with data analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation. Data were collected through MBKM participation questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with KIP-Kuliah recipients and non-recipients. The total participants comprised 209 seventh-semester students, including 107 KIP-Kuliah recipients and 102 non-recipients. The results indicate that 92.52% of KIP-Kuliah recipients participated in MBKM programs, compared to 80.39% of non-recipients. Major barriers included financial constraints, insufficient institutional support, and limited access to information. Information was found to have the most significant correlation with student participation (r = 0.949, p < 0.01). The findings have implications for reducing socio-economic disparities in higher education, improving students’ employability, and strengthening a more inclusive education system. Strategic recommendations include enhanced financial support, improved information dissemination, and mentoring training to increase student engagement in MBKM programs. This study extends our understanding of the synergy between financial support and practice-based learning, providing a foundation for further research on the long-term impact of MBKM on students’ career success.
Evaluating the effectiveness of an islamic-integrated mindfulness-based academic resilience program on academic resilience and emotional regulation Handayani Sura'; Ismail ismail; Muhammad Junaedi Mahyuddin
Jurnal Konseling dan Pendidikan Vol. 13 No. 4 (2025): JKP
Publisher : Indonesian Institute for Counseling, Education and Therapy (IICET)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29210/1173500

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University students frequently experience academic stress that may undermine emotional regulation and adaptive academic functioning. Academic resilience has been identified as a protective factor that enables students to cope effectively with academic challenges. This study examined the association between participation in an Islamic-integrated Mindfulness-Based Academic Resilience (MBAR) program and changes in academic resilience and emotional regulation among undergraduate students. A quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group design was employed involving 60 fourth-semester students from the Guidance and Counseling Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang. The experimental group participated in twelve structured sessions combining mindfulness practices with Islamic contemplative elements, while the control group received no intervention. Data were collected using validated self-report scales, observation sheets, and semi-structured interviews. Paired and independent samples t-tests were conducted to examine within- and between-group differences, and effect sizes were calculated. Results indicated statistically significant improvements in academic resilience and emotional regulation in the intervention group compared to the control group, with large effect sizes observed at posttest. Qualitative findings suggested increased emotional awareness, cognitive reframing, and perceived academic coping capacity among participants. However, given the quasi-experimental design, single-institution sample, and reliance on self-report measures, causal interpretations and generalizability should be approached cautiously. The findings provide contextually grounded empirical evidence regarding the short-term association between structured mindfulness practice and adaptive academic functioning within a faith-based Indonesian higher education setting
INTEGRATING ECOLOGICAL LITERACY IN INDONESIAN LANGUAGE LEARNING TO PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTAL BEHAVIOR Dedi Setiawan; Rahmat Rahmat; Ismail ismail; Elihami Elihami
Jurnal Cakrawala Pendas Vol. 12 No. 2 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Majalengka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31949/jcp.v12i2.17824

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The increasing complexity of environmental problems requires learning approaches that connect knowledge, literacy skills, and responsible environmental behavior. However, classroom practices often remain focused on cognitive achievement and have not sufficiently linked language learning with students’ real-life ecological actions. This study aimed to examine the integration of ecological literacy in Indonesian language and literature learning to improve students’ literacy skills and promote pro-environmental behavior. The study employed a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design involving 30 fourth-grade students at a resource-limited primary school in Enrekang Regency, Indonesia. Data were collected through reading comprehension tests, essay writing tests, ecoliteracy questionnaires, classroom observations, document analysis, and teacher interviews. The intervention integrated ecological values into reading, writing, and literary activities through Project-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, and Experiential Learning. The results showed that students’ reading comprehension increased from 4.80 to 6.87, with a significant improvement based on the Wilcoxon signed-rank test (p < .001; r = 0.92). Students’ essay writing skills also improved from 11.23 to 15.73, with a significant difference based on the paired-sample t-test, t(29) = 18.15, p < .001, dz = 3.31. Classroom observations further indicated increased ecological awareness and participation in school-based environmental practices. These findings suggest that ecoliteracy-based Indonesian language and literature learning can create meaningful, contextual, and action-oriented learning experiences that support both literacy development and pro-environmental behavior.
ANALISIS PENGARUH PEMBELAJARAN ONLINE TERHADAP MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA SD Haryanti Rukmana Saharuddin; Idam Khalid; Ismail Ismail
CENDEKIA PENDIDIKAN Vol 5 No 2 (2026): Edisi Mei
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Abdurachman Saleh Situbondo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36841/cendekiapendidikan.v5i2.8169

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Perkembangan teknologi digital membawa perubahan besar dalam dunia pendidikan, termasuk meningkatnya penggunaan pembelajaran online pada jenjang Sekolah Dasar (SD). Transformasi ini semakin kuat sejak penerapan Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh (PJJ), yang hingga kini menjadi bagian dari inovasi pembelajaran berbasis teknologi. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh pembelajaran online terhadap motivasi belajar siswa SD yang masih berada pada tahap perkembangan operasional konkret dan membutuhkan stimulasi langsung, interaksi sosial, serta pendampingan intensif. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan teknik pengumpulan data berupa observasi proses pembelajaran online melalui platform digital, wawancara bersama guru dan orang tua, serta dokumentasi berupa hasil tugas siswa, rekaman pembelajaran, dan aktivitas belajar lainnya. Analisis dilakukan untuk memahami secara mendalam dinamika motivasi siswa selama mengikuti pembelajaran online. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran online memiliki dampak positif dan negatif terhadap motivasi belajar siswa. Dampak positif terlihat melalui meningkatnya minat belajar akibat penggunaan media digital yang variatif seperti video animasi, kuis interaktif, dan aplikasi pembelajaran. Fleksibilitas akses belajar juga memberikan ruang bagi siswa untuk belajar sesuai ritme mereka. Namun, pembelajaran online juga berdampak negatif, terutama karena keterbatasan interaksi tatap muka, kejenuhan akibat durasi layar yang panjang, kendala teknis, serta kurangnya pendampingan orang tua yang berpengaruh pada konsistensi motivasi siswa. Minimnya interaksi dengan teman sebaya turut menurunkan keterlibatan emosional siswa dalam proses pembelajaran. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa efektivitas pembelajaran online terhadap motivasi siswa SD sangat dipengaruhi oleh kesiapan guru dalam mengelola pembelajaran digital, peran orang tua sebagai pendamping, kualitas media pembelajaran, serta kondisi lingkungan belajar di rumah. Upaya kolaboratif antar pihak diperlukan untuk menciptakan pembelajaran online yang lebih efektif dan mampu mempertahankan motivasi belajar siswa.
Aligning Teacher Knowledge with the Science of Reading: Evidence from Structured Literacy Implementation in Elementary Classrooms Ismail Ismail; Rahmat Rahmat; Abdul Haling; Nikita Pramudia
Majesty Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): Technology Mediated Langauge Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v8i1.3

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Background. The science of reading emphasizes explicit, systematic, and cumulative early literacy instruction, yet gaps often persist between teachers’ conceptual knowledge and classroom practice, especially in rural schools. Purpose. This study examined teachers’ knowledge alignment with the science of reading, the quality of structured literacy implementation, and the relationship between both constructs. Methods. Using a quantitative correlational design, data were collected from 14 early-grade teachers in two rural public elementary schools in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Teachers completed a science-of-reading-aligned knowledge assessment, and their instruction was observed twice using a structured literacy observation rubric. Descriptive statistics and Pearson correlations were used for analysis. Results. Teachers showed moderate overall knowledge alignment, with strengths in phonics and orthographic knowledge but weaknesses in phonological and phonemic awareness. Classroom observations also indicated moderate structured literacy implementation, marked by relatively strong explicit instruction but weaker integration of reading components and limited instructional responsiveness. A significant positive relationship was found between teacher knowledge alignment and instructional quality, especially for explicitness and systematic sequencing. Conclusion. Teacher knowledge alignment mediates the connection between evidence-based reading theory and classroom practice; therefore, stronger teacher preparation and sustained professional development are essential for improving
From Retirement to Reinvention: Never Too Old to Participate in Educational Technology Innovation: A Literature Review Ismail Ismail
Majesty Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Digital Literacy_Language teaching_Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v7i2.4

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The rapid development of educational technology demands inclusive innovation, including the involvement of the elderly as a potential resource in such innovation. The increasing population of the elderly globally encourages a new paradigm that views retirement not as the end of productivity, but as a momentum for self-reinvention to contribute to the development of educational technology. This literature review aims to examine the role of the elderly in educational technology innovation through the process of post-retirement self-reinvention and identify supporting and inhibiting factors for their involvement. The results of the study show that the elderly play a role not only as users of technology, but also as contributors of experiences and ideas that enrich digital learning innovation. Active participation of the elderly is supported by age-friendly technology training, community support, inclusive policies, and cross-generational collaboration. This involvement has been shown to improve cognitive function, psychosocial well-being, and strengthen the social networks of the elderly, while addressing the risks of isolation and the digital divide. However, major challenges such as the digital divide, age stereotypes, physical and cognitive barriers remain significant barriers to the participation of the elderly. Effective strategies to overcome these barriers include adaptive training, community mentoring, policies that support technology access, and sustainable technology-based reinvention programs. This study emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach that integrates aspects of technology, pedagogy, and learning content (TPACK) to empower the elderly in educational technology innovation. This study offers a conceptual foundation for formulating policies and programs that promote the active participation of older adults, enabling their optimal contribution to the advancement of educational technology and the enhancement of their quality of life.
Enhancing Student Engagement and Critical Thinking through the AERO Staged Pedagogy in EFL Higher Education Umiyati Jabri; Ismail ismail; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Digital Literacy_Language teaching_Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v7i2.6

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This study investigates the implementation of the AERO (Activation → Exploration → Reflection → Outcome) framework as a staged pedagogy to enhance student engagement and critical thinking skills among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, Indonesia. Employing a mixed-method design with a pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest approach, the research involved 22 undergraduate students enrolled in an academic writing course. Quantitative data were collected through a student engagement questionnaire and a critical thinking test adapted from the Watson–Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal (WGCTA), while qualitative data were obtained from classroom observations and focus group discussions (FGD). Results revealed moderate to high engagement across cognitive, affective, and behavioral dimensions, supported by qualitative evidence of increased participation, motivation, and collaboration during the staged activities. Although the improvement in critical thinking test scores (M_pre = 3.73; M_post = 4.27) was not statistically significant (p > .05), qualitative findings demonstrated notable cognitive shifts toward analytical, evaluative, and reflective reasoning. The AERO stages fostered progressive scaffolding, transferring learning responsibility from teacher to student while promoting reflective, evidence-based argumentation. Theoretically, this study contributes to EFL pedagogy by linking three engagement dimensions with four critical thinking subskills within a coherent process model. Practically, AERO offers a replicable design framework for fostering student-centered learning, reflective inquiry, and critical literacy in EFL classrooms. Recommendations for future research include extending the intervention period and exploring AERO’s application in digital or hybrid learning contexts.
Literature as Periscope: Using Narrative Discussion to Cultivate Empathy and Moral Reasoning in Students Ismail Ismail; Fatmawati Fatmawati
Majesty Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Digital Literacy_Language teaching_Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v7i2.7

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In an era marked by declining empathy and growing social polarization, education faces an urgent task to nurture moral sensitivity and intercultural understanding. This study explores how narrative discussion of literature can foster empathy and moral reasoning among pre-service English teachers in a rural Indonesian university. Adopting a mixed-methods design, the research involved 20 undergraduate students who participated in a six-week intervention integrating literary reading, guided group dialogue, and reflective writing. Quantitative data from the Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) and Defining Issues Test-2 (DIT-2) were analyzed using paired-sample t-tests, while qualitative data from reflective journals and classroom observations underwent thematic analysis. Results revealed significant improvements in empathy (t(19) = 8.26, p < .001, d = 1.85) and moral reasoning (t(19) = 7.48, p < .001, d = 1.67). Thematic findings highlighted emotional resonance, perspective transformation, and ethical sensitivity as key processes underlying moral growth. The study introduces the Narrative-Driven Empathy Formation Model (NDEFM), explaining how narrative engagement, dialogic reflection, and ethical internalization interact to cultivate moral awareness. Situated within a Southeast Asian, collectivist context, this research extends global theories of moral education by demonstrating that literature-based pedagogy can serve as a culturally responsive approach to developing empathy and ethical reasoning. The findings underscore the potential of literature as both a pedagogical and moral periscope—enabling students to explore, reflect, and act upon the moral complexities of human experience.
Bridging Coursework and Publication: A Model to Help Students Produce Manuscripts Ready for Publication in Scientific Journals Rahmat Rahmat; Ismail Ismail
Majesty Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Digital Literacy_Language teaching_Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v7i2.8

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The gap between academic coursework and publication readiness remains a significant challenge in higher education, where students often produce high-quality research assignments but lack the skills, confidence, and guidance to transform them into publishable manuscripts. This article introduces the Bridging Coursework and Publication model, a constructivist and publication-oriented pedagogical framework designed to guide students from coursework completion to manuscript submission. The model integrates scaffolded writing stages, peer review, publication simulation, reflective portfolios, and digital tool utilization to enhance students’ academic writing competence, publication literacy, and scholarly identity. A pilot implementation with undergraduate students in a research methodology course demonstrated substantial improvements in manuscript preparation, submission rates, and student engagement. The findings suggest that embedding publication-focused scaffolding within coursework can effectively bridge the gap between academic assignments and scholarly dissemination, fostering a culture of research and publication within higher education institutions. The model offers a replicable framework for curriculum designers, instructors, and policymakers aiming to enhance student research productivity and publication readiness.
Co-Authors Abdul Haling Abdul Haling Al As'ary, Muawal Alfrida, Muthmainnah Aminullah Aminullah Arismunandar Asbar Asbar Asbar Asbar Asbar Asbar Asbar Asbar, Asbar Assidiq, Ilham Beta, Nurlatifa Dedi Setiawan Dian Firdiani Djafar, Suarti Eka Wahyuni Eka Wahyuni Elihami Elihami ELIHAMI, ELIHAMI Elihamid Elihamid Erza Delfira Fatmawati Fatmawati Fatmawati, Fatmawati Fitriyani, Fitriyani Handayani Sura' Handayani Sura’ Haryanti Rukmana Saharuddin Hasan Hasan Hasan Hasan Hasan Hasan Hasrijah Hasrijah Idam Khalid Imam Akbar, Imam Ismaya Ismaya Ita Sarmita Samad Ita Sarmita Samad Ita Sarmita Samad Ita Sarmita Samad Ita Sarmita Samad, Ita Sarmita Jabri, Umiyati Khalid, Muh. Idham Lutfi Wibawa M. Yunus Sudirman Mahyuddin, Muhammad Junaedi Masnur Masnur Masnur Masnur Mowafg Abrahem Masuwd Muawal Al As'ary Musdalifah Musdalifah Musdalifah Musdalifah Musdalifah Musdalifah Mustakim Mustakim Mustakim Mustakim Mustakim Mustakim Mutmainna Muinuddin M. Dyah Mutmainnah M. Dyah Muwafiq Ibrahim Mas’ud Nadar Nadar Nikita Pramudia Nurlela Baco Nurwahida Nurwahida Nurwahida Nurwahida, Nurwahida Pajarianto, Hadi Puji Yanti Fauziah Putriyani S Rahmat Rahmat Rahmat Rahmat Rahmat Ramadhan Ramadhan Rosmiana, Sri Rosni Rosni Rosni, Rosni S, Putriyani Saidang Saidang Setiawan, Ahmad Fajrin Sheerly Sheerly Sitonda, Syawal Sri Rosmiana Suarti Djafar Sunarti Suparman Suparman Syarif, Irman Syawal Sitonda Tini Tini Tini Tini Tini Tini Tini, Tini Ukkas Ukkas Ukkas, Ukkas Umiyati jabri Umiyati Jabri Wisnah Syari Wiwi Widiawati Yunus Busa Yunus Busa Yuspa Kurnia