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JESS (Journal of Education on Social Science)
ISSN : 26220741     EISSN : 25500147     DOI : https://doi.org/10.24036/jess/vol3-iss1
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) ISSN: 2622-0741 (Print), ISSN 2550-0147 (Electronic) is a peer-reviewed journal and published biannually (twice in a year): April and October by the Faculty of Social Science, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia. The journal aims to publish research and theoretical articles within the field of social science education, and to analyze a range of contemporary educational issues on social science. The content of this international journal offers a genuinely valuable source for educationist and educational scientists in all areas looking for fresh ways of dealing with familiar problems. Distinguished contributors from all over the world present in-depth research and case histories which have tangible practical value and whose methodologies can be applied to solve or mitigate parallel situations. The focus of JESS is publication of research and theoretical articles within the field of education on social sciences. The scope covered on: Citizenship education Geography education History education Sociological education Anthropological education Curriculum on Social Sciences Education Social and educational policy
Articles 215 Documents
The Contributions from Subnational Administration Budgets to Local Development in Cambodia Vanny Sok; Sereth Neau; Marvin Vanny
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 1 (2026): Public Service and Governance
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i1.666

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The paper investigates the effect of subnational fiscal allocations on local development in Cambodia, mapping challenges as well as achievements with respect to fiscal decentralization. By using a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data analysis with qualitative case studies, this paper shows that effective financial management at the commune and provincial levels significantly improves infrastructure, health, and education outputs. While such performances are impressive, the gaps in resources and community involvement still indicate that the improvements required in the level of local governance can be effected through participatory budgeting by looking at the responsiveness of the budget to the needs of the community, the addition of value to sustainable development, and the contribution toward improved quality of life of the citizens.
Implementasi Kebijakan Penanganan Perlintasan Sebidang Tidak Terdaftar dalam Rangka Keselamatan Kereta Api dan Masyarakat di Sumatera Barat Syafriandi Syafriandi; Aldri Frinaldi
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.678

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This study analyzes the implementation of policies for handling unregistered level crossings to improve railway and public safety in West Sumatra. The issue is significant because unregistered level crossings remain dominant, with 189 of 310 active crossings, and accident data from 2021–2025 show continuing safety risks involving road users, fatalities, serious injuries, and minor injuries. This research employed a descriptive qualitative approach using grounded theory analysis. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation involving 37 informants from railway regulators, operators, local governments, law enforcement agencies, field officers, and road users. Data analysis was conducted through open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. The findings indicate that policy implementation is influenced by institutional authority, cross-sector coordination, resource limitations, technical risks at crossings, public access needs, road user behavior, and community acceptance. The study found that handling unregistered level crossings cannot rely solely on physical closure, as many crossings function as daily access routes for communities. Therefore, effective policy implementation requires risk-based data collection, clarification of authority, inter-agency coordination, improvement of safety facilities, continuous public education, law enforcement, and provision of alternative access routes. The core finding shows that the handling of unregistered level crossings must be based on institutional synergy, safety considerations, and community acceptance. This study contributes to public administration and transport safety governance by emphasizing a collaborative, data-driven, and socially responsive model for managing unregistered level crossings.
Menghidupkan Ekosistem Penelitian: Strategi Promosi Layanan Pendukung Penelitian di Perpustakaan Universitas Sumatera Utara Ade Yohana Lumbantoruan; Fransiska Timoria Samosir; Araf Aliwijaya
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.675

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The promotion of research support services at the University of North Sumatra (USU) Library has not been carried out evenly across all types of services, resulting in some services being less well known and not utilized optimally by library users. This study aims to analyze the promotion strategy for research support services at the University of North Sumatra (USU) Library based on the promotion mix framework. The research method used was descriptive qualitative through observation, document study, and interviews. Interviews were conducted with 11 informants who were selected purposively from among the leaders and service staff. The data were analyzed through the stages of reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The research was mapped using the promotion mix framework. Research support services at the USU Library include subscriptions to international journal databases and various e-books, literature search ordering and assistance services, information literacy classes, article publication training, author profile development training, content similarity checking services (Turnitin), and institutional repositories. The promotion of research support services is carried out conventionally and digitally. The promotional tools used are banners, bulletin boards, socialization, websites, and social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok). However, there are limitations in the form of uneven promotion between services and the fact that not all stages of the research support service cycle have been implemented. This study recommends improving the promotion strategy through personal selling and direct marketing.
Adapting Civil Servants to the Digital Intelligence Era Aldri Frinaldi; Syamsir Syamsir; Angga Putra Tri Rezeki; Wike Putri Melia
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.668

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The digital transformation of government in the era of digital intelligence is not simply a process of administrative digitization, but rather a shift in governance paradigm that demands the repositioning of civil servants as strategic actors in an ecosystem based on artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and algorithmic systems. This change requires civil servants to adapt multidimensionally not only mastering technology, but also possessing cognitive capacity, ethical sensitivity, and adaptive organizational capabilities. Ironically, amidst the flood of publications on digital transformation and Electronic-Based Government Systems (SPBE), studies that systematically place civil servant adaptation as the primary focus are still relatively limited and less dominant than those oriented towards technological and infrastructure aspects. Through a bibliometric analysis of 445 Google Scholar articles from 2021–2026 using VOSviewer and co-occurrence techniques, this study found that the themes of artificial intelligence, the digital era, and data dominate the knowledge structure, while the clusters of digital literacy, transformative leadership, organizational culture, and AI ethics emerge with much lower intensity. These findings confirm the technological bias in the discourse on bureaucratic digital transformation and the gap between system innovation and civil servant human resource readiness. If not balanced with strengthening adaptive capacity, integrating ethical values, and reforming organizational culture, digital transformation risks becoming trapped in procedural formalities and policy symbolism, instead of producing a responsive, accountable, and sustainable bureaucracy.
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan, Status Kepegawaian dan Kompensasi terhadap Orgazational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB) pada Pegawai Pemerintah dengan Perjanjian Kerja (PPPK) di Kota Pariaman Syabran Jabar; Nora Eka Putri
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.677

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This study aimed to analyze the influence of leadership, employment status, and compensation on Organizational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB) among PPPK employees within the Pariaman City Government. The study employed a quantitative approach with an associative research design. The respondents consisted of 250 PPPK employees distributed across various Regional Government Organizations (Organisasi Perangkat Daerah/OPD) in Pariaman City. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression with the assistance of SPSS software. Prior to hypothesis testing, classical assumption tests were conducted, including tests of normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity. The results showed that leadership had a positive and significant effect on Organizational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB). Employment status also had a positive and significant effect and was identified as the most dominant variable influencing OCB. Meanwhile, compensation did not have a significant effect on OCB. Simultaneously, leadership, employment status, and compensation significantly influenced Organizational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB). The findings indicate that voluntary work behaviour among PPPK employees is more strongly influenced by leadership factors and clarity of employment status than by financial factors. Therefore, efforts to improve OCB among PPPK employees should focus on strengthening leadership quality and managing employment status more effectively.
Determinant Of Mental and Administrative Reform In Public Sector Syamsir Syamsir; Jumiati Jumiati
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 8 No 3 (2024): Measuring Government Performance
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v8i3.682

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For the world of government practice today, good mental attitude and administraive were most important to apply. Therefore, this paper was dedicated to the greater purpose of how to realize a good mental attitude and administrative among civil servants as the main target in bureaucratic reform policies in Indonesia; focusing on exploring the quality level of the mental attitude and adminsitrative aspects of civil servants in various government agencies and identifying various factors that influence mental attitudes. This paper also investigated how much influence of these various variables on the mental attitude and administrative aspects of the civil servant. The study was conducted with an associative descriptive and analytical approach. Data was collected through questionnaires. In total, 266 responses were analyzed for all hypotheses using SPSS 26.0; imploring correlation and regression. The study found that work ethic was indeed positively related to apparatus mental attitudes. In the meantime, work discipline and work cooperation were also linked with mental attitudes of the apparatus. However, demographic aspects were not too correlated to mental attitudes. Organizational citizenship behaviour is positively associated with workplace spirituality, and employee performance. Mediation analysis indicated that organizational citizenship behaviour significantly enhances the relationship of workplace spirituality and employee performance. Moderation analysis suggested that employee’s emotional intelligence significantly boosts employee performance. This study employed a unique approach and provides exclusive findings regarding Indonesian public sector reform.For the world of government practice today, good mental attitude and administraive were most important to apply. Therefore, this paper was dedicated to the greater purpose of how to realize a good mental attitude and administrative among civil servants as the main target in bureaucratic reform policies in Indonesia; focusing on exploring the quality level of the mental attitude and adminsitrative aspects of civil servants in various government agencies and identifying various factors that influence mental attitudes. This paper also investigated how much influence of these various variables on the mental attitude and administrative aspects of the civil servant. The study was conducted with an associative descriptive and analytical approach. Data was collected through questionnaires. In total, 266 responses were analyzed for all hypotheses using SPSS 26.0; imploring correlation and regression. The study found that work ethic was indeed positively related to apparatus mental attitudes. In the meantime, work discipline and work cooperation were also linked with mental attitudes of the apparatus. However, demographic aspects were not too correlated to mental attitudes. Organizational citizenship behaviour is positively associated with workplace spirituality, and employee performance. Mediation analysis indicated that organizational citizenship behaviour significantly enhances the relationship of workplace spirituality and employee performance. Moderation analysis suggested that employee’s emotional intelligence significantly boosts employee performance. This study employed a unique approach and provides exclusive findings regarding Indonesian public sector reform.
Strategi Kompetensi Kewirausahaan Kepala Sekolah Dalam Meningkatkan Mutu Pendidikan di Sekolah Dasar Silfia Andriani; Rahmatullah Rahmatullah; Siti Mayang Sari
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.669

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This study aims to analyze the entrepreneurial competency strategies of school principals in improving the quality of education at the elementary school level. The research was conducted at SDN Lubuk Layu using a qualitative approach through observation, interviews, and documentation techniques. Data analysis was carried out using the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) approach, followed by the preparation of IFAS and EFAS matrices to identify internal and external factors influencing the implementation of the principal’s entrepreneurial competencies. The results show that the principal possesses several key strengths, including the ability to innovate in developing school programs, the ability to motivate teachers to innovate in the learning process, and the ability to build cooperation with the community, school committees, and other related stakeholders. Other supporting factors include support from teachers and parents, as well as opportunities for collaboration with government institutions and other organizations. However, several challenges were also identified, such as limited budget, inadequate facilities and infrastructure, high administrative workload, and resistance to change from some members of the school community. The IFAS analysis indicates that the internal condition of the school is relatively strong, while the EFAS analysis shows that there are considerable external opportunities to support school development. Based on the SWOT analysis, several strategies can be implemented, including the development of innovative programs based on school needs, increasing community participation, utilizing technology in the learning process, and strengthening cooperation networks with various stakeholders. This study concludes that the entrepreneurial competence of school principals has a significant contribution to creating educational innovation, strengthening collaboration between schools and the community, and improving the quality of education sustainably.
Strategi Pelaksanaan Supervisi Manajerial Kepala Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Guru Darlisna Darlisna; Sariakin Sariakin; Irfandi Irfandi
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.674

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This study is motivated by the critical role of principal managerial supervision in improving teacher performance, which is a key factor in the success of the learning process. However, in practice, school supervision still faces challenges such as administrative-oriented implementation, limited time, and unscheduled activities, which reduce its impact on enhancing teacher professionalism. This study aims to describe the strategies of principal managerial supervision, analyze supporting and inhibiting factors, and evaluate its contribution to teacher performance at SMP Negeri 3 Lhoknga, Aceh Besar Regency. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach with principals and teachers as the research subjects. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis employed an interactive model, including data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, complemented by SWOT analysis to identify internal and external factors. The results indicate that despite existing challenges, principal managerial supervision can improve teacher performance, particularly through the principal’s commitment, harmonious working relationships, and utilization of existing supervision programs. SWOT analysis places the school in Quadrant I (growth/aggressive), indicating a significant potential to optimize supervision by leveraging internal strengths and external opportunities. In conclusion, managerial supervision is effective when implemented in a planned, collaborative, and sustainable manner, maximizing the existing strengths and opportunities.
Strategi Kepala Sekolah Dalam Meningkatkan Kreativitas Guru dan Siswa Berbasis Kearifan Lokal di Sekolah Dasar Aida Rosni; Zikrur Rahmat; Zahraini Zahraini
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Public Participation in Public Service
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i2.672

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This study is motivated by the important role of the principal in creating a conducive learning environment to enhance teacher and student creativity through local wisdom, which has not been optimally utilized at SDN 2 Samadua. The objectives are to analyze the principal’s role, identify internal and external factors, and formulate strategies to improve creativity based on local wisdom using SWOT analysis. The research employs a qualitative case study approach, with data collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using IFAS, EFAS, and SWOT techniques. The findings indicate that the principal plays a central role in fostering creativity through innovative leadership, teacher commitment, and the utilization of local cultural potential and community support. Existing weaknesses and threats can be addressed through appropriate strategies. In conclusion, the development of creativity based on local wisdom depends on innovative and collaborative school leadership, strengthening teacher capacity, and optimizing external opportunities, with SWOT-based strategies serving as practical guidelines to improve learning quality.
Studi Kualitatif Efisiensi Anggaran dan Produktivitas Legislasi DPRD Provinsi Sumatera Barat Tahun 2025 Anggos Habil Seulalae; Lince Magriasti
Journal of Education on Social Science (JESS) Vol 10 No 3 (2026): Implementation of Public Service Policies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jess.v10i3.700

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This study examines the impact of the 2025 budget efficiency policy on the legislative productivity of the Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah, or Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), of West Sumatra Province in implementing the Program Pembentukan Peraturan Daerah, or Regional Regulation Formation Program (Propemperda). It also investigates the obstacles affecting the completion of Rancangan Peraturan Daerah, or Draft Regional Regulations (Ranperda), and the measures undertaken to maintain legislative productivity. This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach, with informants purposively selected from the DPRD, the Badan Pembentukan Peraturan Daerah, or Regional Regulation Formation Agency (Bapemperda), the DPRD Secretariat, legislative experts, government officials, community members, and journalists. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation and were analyzed through data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. Data credibility was ensured through source, technique, and time triangulation. The findings show that the budget allocated to the preparation and deliberation of Propemperda decreased by 33.24%, while official travel expenditure declined by 40.84%. The Propemperda completion rate fell from 77.78% in 2024 to 52.94% in 2025. Of the 17 Ranperda, 9 were completed, while 8 remained in progress. The decline in legislative achievement was also influenced by delays in preparing academic papers, incomplete documentation, regulatory changes, the complexity of legislative substance, and harmonization and coordination processes. The DPRD maintained legislative productivity by establishing priorities, adjusting working mechanisms, utilizing information technology, and strengthening coordination. Legislative productivity is determined by selective efficiency, administrative preparedness, legislative priorities, and interinstitutional coordination.