Academia Open
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): December

Opportunities and Challenges of Holistic Education in Secondary Schools: Peluang dan Tantangan Pendidikan Holistik di Sekolah Menengah

Silwana Mumthaza (SMA Muhammadiyah 2 Sidoarjo
Doktoral Program Studi Pendidikan, Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang)

Yuni Pantiwati (Doktoral Program Studi Pendidikan, Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang)
Abdulkadir Rahardjanto (Doktoral Program Studi Pendidikan, Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang)



Article Info

Publish Date
16 Jul 2025

Abstract

General Background: Holistic education has emerged as a promising pedagogical approach that addresses not only cognitive development but also emotional, social, physical, and spiritual dimensions of learners. Specific Background: In the dynamic context of 21st-century education, this model is seen as essential in shaping students' character and competence, particularly at the secondary level. Knowledge Gap: However, prior research has focused primarily on conceptual discussions or early education settings, with limited analysis of its practical implementation and sustainability in secondary schools. Aims: This study aims to systematically review the opportunities and challenges of implementing holistic education at the secondary level and to offer evidence-based recommendations for its strategic development. Results: Using the PRISMA method with 69 selected Scopus-indexed articles, the study identified core challenges such as lack of policy support, insufficient infrastructure, digitalization barriers, and teacher readiness, while also highlighting key opportunities including enhanced spirituality, environmental literacy, and inclusive curriculum design. Novelty: This research provides a comprehensive mapping of holistic education through Miller's framework, emphasizing diagnostic tools and multicultural adaptability. Implications: The findings inform policymakers and educators about effective strategies to implement sustainable holistic education, promoting students’ multidimensional growth in response to global and technological shifts.Highlight : Holistic education emphasizes emotional, social, physical, and spiritual development of students. Implementation faces challenges such as policy gaps, teacher readiness, and limited infrastructure. Requires strategic design, inclusive support, and adaptation to modern educational dynamics. Keywords : Education, Holistic, Student, Curriculum Policy, Secondary Education

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Journal Info

Abbrev

acopen

Publisher

Subject

Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

Description

Academia Open is published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo published 2 (two) issues per year (June and December). This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. This ...