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Parental Engagement in Character Education for Generation Alpha in Diaspora: A Qualitative Study of Indonesian Families at Sekolah Indonesia Kuala Lumpur (SIKL), Malaysia Handayani, Sri; Abd Majid, Mohamad Zuber; Wati, Andy Prasetyo; Hartanto, Wiwin; Dwiputri, Inayati Nuraini; Wahyuningsih, Dian
Global Educational Research Review Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : MyResearch ID Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71380/GERR-06-2025-29

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Purpose –  This study addresses a critical gap in character education literature by examining how Indonesian parents in diaspora settings, specifically those with children attending Sekolah Indonesia Kuala Lumpur (SIKL), perceive and implement character education within the family. Given Generation Alpha’s deep immersion in technology and the shifting cultural identities of diaspora families, this research highlights the need for moral resilience fostered through family-based character development. Methods/Design/Approach – Using a qualitative approach, the study employed Focus Group Discussions (FGD) and in-depth interviews involving 30 purposively selected parents of SIKL students across grades X–XII. Data were collected through observation, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis, then thematically analyzed with the support of NVivo software. The analysis focused on six key dimensions of parental involvement: parenting, communication, home-based learning, contribution, decision-making, and collaboration. Findings – Parents consistently associated character education with empathy, honesty, religiosity, and emotional intelligence. Role modeling (35%), discussion and reflection (45%), and open communication emerged as dominant methods. Major challenges included children’s technology dependence (65%), limited parent–child time, and academic stress. Key support resources included family centers, faith communities, parenting groups, and social media networks. Originality/Value – This study offers novel insights into character education within transnational families, emphasizing the strategic role of parental engagement in preserving national identity and moral values in intercultural contexts. While exploratory, the study's findings serve as a theoretical and practical foundation for future research across diaspora settings. Practical Implications – Schools serving diaspora populations should institutionalize collaborative character education programs with active parental involvement. Family-centered training modules, value-based projects, and intercultural parenting forums are essential to maintain consistency in moral education. The study’s geographic and informant scope presents limitations, inviting future research to include student and teacher perspectives for a more holistic understanding. Keywords Character education, diaspora families, parental involvement, Generation Alpha, transnational education Paper type Research paper
Economic Learning: Implementation of Tourism Strategy in Driving Local Economy Putri, Chamelia; Wulandari, Putri; Hartanto, Wiwin
Jurnal Pendidikan Ekonomi Vol 18, No 1: March 2025
Publisher : Jurusan Ekonomi Pembangunan Fakultas Ekonomi Universitas Negeri Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17977//UM014v18i1p088

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This study aims to find the best way to teach the concept of economic growth to students. The research method uses mixed methods, namely qualitative methods with interpretative phenomenological analysis techniques that aim to find out the best way to teach economic material the concept of economic growth and quantitative methods with descriptive analysis techniques to prove the occurrence of economic growth in Banyuwangi Regency and the strategies carried out by the tourism sector to encourage growth that occurs. Banyuwangi Regency was chosen because it is an area that has experienced accelerated economic growth in Indonesia. The results showed that the best way to teach the concept of economic growth is with the tourism economy, which is the direct involvement of students in experiential education activities to provide contextual understanding that encourages the development of soft skills, critical thinking, and cross-sectoral understanding that is needed in real life. Keywords: economic learning, local economic growth, tourism economy