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Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE)
ISSN : 27164160     EISSN : 27161595     DOI : https://doi.org/10.37251/jee
Core Subject : Education, Social,
JEE publishes high-quality methodological assessment, evaluation, and study research texts in various educational settings and scientific disciplines with their own specific phenomena, as well as related studies that address issues of concern to education today. JEE discusses scientific research on how assessment and evaluation can improve educational outcomes; research on how various scientific disciplines can inform theoretical, practical, and political perspectives at various levels and education systems. This journal mainly covers manuscripts in the following fields: • Performance assessment • Instrument development • Policy analysis • Program evaluation • Test management • Development of research methodology • Curriculum assessment and evaluation • Local and global issue education 21st century • Learning evaluation and assessment • Including child development (childhood, primary, secondary, senior, vocation, and higher education)
Articles 611 Documents
Integrating Systematic and Adaptive Curriculum Implementation: A Comparative Model for Inclusive 21st-Century Education Puspitasari, Eva; Wijiningsih, Ninik; Susilana, Rudi; Johan, Riche Cynthia
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2254

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Purpose of the study: The purpose of this research is to compare various approaches in curriculum implementation and provide recommendations for further development. Methodology: Using qualitative method with a descriptive approach of field research. The subjects were secondary school teachers, while the informants were school principals. Subjects and informants were selected using purposive sampling, based on relevance and direct involvement in curriculum implementation. The research instruments included interview guidelines and observation sheets. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and direct observations at the school. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key themes and patterns from the interviews and observations. Main Findings: The findings of this study imply that curriculum development in the context of 21st-century education should not rely solely on rigid standardization or full flexibility, but rather on a strategic integration of systematic and adaptive approaches. Practically, schools are encouraged to strengthen curriculum management through structured planning, supervision, and the utilization of digital management systems such as MIS and LMS, while simultaneously providing pedagogical flexibility through differentiated and contextual learning that responds to students’ diverse needs and learning styles. For policymakers and school leaders, these results highlight the importance of developing curriculum policies that support both institutional accountability and instructional adaptability, particularly in promoting inclusive education for students with special needs. Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research lies in the comparison of two curriculum implementation approaches and the recommendation to integrate both to create a more effective, flexible, and contextual curriculum.
Progressivism Civic Education in Indonesia: An Ontological, Epistemological, and Axiological Framework for Students’ Adaptive Nationalism Setiyowati, Rini; Murtiningsih, Rr Siti; Armawi, Armaidy
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2271

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Purpose of the study: This study examines how civic education based on the philosophy of progressivism can strengthen adaptive nationalism in the digital era. Civic education is outlined within a philosophical framework of ontology, epistemology, and axiology and transformed into pedagogical principles. Methodology: This research is a philosophical hermeneutic study based on document analysis. Academic and policy texts are selected purposively, interpreted interactively through a hermeneutical circle to clarify the ontological, epistemological, and axiological foundations of progressive civic education, and then derived into pedagogical principles. The validity of the interpretation is maintained through data triangulation. Main Findings: Progressive civic education, ontologically, frames students as Pancasila-grounded citizens operating in global contexts. Epistemologically, it prioritizes experiential learning, with project- and problem-based approaches cultivating critical reasoning and media literacy. Axiologically, it promotes pluralistic, constitutional, ethically grounded critical patriotism, guiding civic participation toward responsible engagement, democratic accountability, and respect for diversity in both offline and digital public spheres. Novelty/Originality of this study: This research offers a philosophical framework for progressive civic education by outlining its ontology, epistemology, and axiology. Its main novelty is the integrative concept of adaptive nationalism, which unites the principles of Pancasila in state governance, public participation, and critical discourse.
The Politeness of Teachers’ Imperative Speech Acts in Teacher–Student Interactions in Senior High School: A Sociopragmatic Approach Chaidir, Muhammad; Syamsuddin, Syamsuddin; Ulinsa, Ulinsa
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2286

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Purpose of the study: This study aims to describe, analyze, and interpret the forms, functions, and politeness strategies of teachers’ imperative speech acts in teacher–student interactions at Senior High School 1 Poso Pesisir Utara using a sociopragmatic approach. Methodology: This study employed a qualitative descriptive method using observation, audio recording, and note-taking techniques. Data were analyzed through Miles and Huberman’s interactive analysis model, involving data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The analysis applied Sudaryanto’s formal and informal presentation methods without any statistical or software-based tools. Main Findings: The study identified 17 forms of polite imperative speech acts, including directive, requestive, persuasive, and advisory types. Teachers applied Leech’s six politeness maxims tact, generosity, approbation, modesty, agreement, and sympathy to balance authority and respect. Two politeness strategies, direct and indirect, were used depending on context, social distance, and communicative goals. Teachers consistently maintained ethical, polite, and culturally sensitive communication. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides a detailed sociopragmatic analysis of teachers’ imperative speech acts within an Indonesian multicultural school context. It highlights how local linguistic features and cultural norms influence the realization of politeness in educational communication, offering new insights into the intersection of language, culture, and pedagogy rarely explored in previous research.
Ethnosemiotic Analysis of Verbal and Nonverbal Symbols in Torompio Traditional Dance of the Pamona Ethnic Group, Central Sulawesi Wowor, Meilyn; Syamsuddin, Syamsuddin; Agustan, Agustan; Nuraeni, Ida
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2288

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Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze the verbal and nonverbal symbols in the Torompio traditional dance of the Pamona ethnic group in Central Sulawesi. It seeks to interpret the cultural meanings embedded in its movements, lyrics, costumes, and music through an ethnosemiotic approach to reveal the moral, social, and spiritual values reflected in the dance. Methodology: This study employed a qualitative descriptive method with an ethnosemiotic approach, integrating ethnography and semiotics. Data were collected through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation using audio-visual tools such as cameras and recorders. Supporting data were analyzed using an interactive model of data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing with reference to Miles and Huberman. Main Findings: The study found that verbal symbols in the Torompio dance such as traditional chants and lyrics express love, respect, and harmony, while nonverbal symbols such as gestures, movements, costumes, and colors represent unity, spirituality, and cultural identity. These symbols together form a semiotic system reflecting Pamona philosophical values of balance, modesty, and social harmony in human relationships and cultural life. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study offers a new ethnosemiotic interpretation of the Torompio traditional dance, highlighting its dual role as an artistic performance and a medium of cultural communication. By revealing how verbal and nonverbal signs convey moral, spiritual, and social meanings, it advances understanding of Indonesian traditional arts as living semiotic systems that preserve local wisdom and identity.
Transformational Leadership and Innovative Work Behaviour: Unveiling the Mediating Roles of Job Satisfaction and Employee Engagement Sasmitha, F Jonathan Lucky; Sobandi, A; Suryadi, Edi; Rofaida, Rofi
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2302

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Purpose of the study: This study investigates the influence of transformational leadership on innovative work behaviour among higher education lecturers, utilizing job satisfaction and employee engagement as dual mediating variables. The study aims to provide a comprehensive framework explaining how leadership stimulates innovation through motivational and psychological pathways in academic settings. Methodology: A quantitative research design was employed involving 206 lecturers selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to evaluate the structural relationships. Validity and reliability tests were conducted to ensure the robustness of the instrument. Main Findings: The results reveal that transformational leadership significantly enhances job satisfaction, employee engagement, and innovative work behaviour. Crucially, the analysis confirms that both job satisfaction and employee engagement act as significant mediators. These findings imply that transformational leaders foster innovation not only directly but effectively by boosting lecturers’ psychological well-being and engagement. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study contributes to the literature by establishing a dual-mediation model that simultaneously integrates job satisfaction and employee engagement. Unlike previous studies that often examine these mediators separately, this research offers a holistic view of the psychological mechanisms linking leadership to innovation in the higher education context. The study relies on cross-sectional data from a specific higher education sector, which limits the ability to draw causal inferences over time. Future research is encouraged to employ longitudinal designs and expand the scope to diverse geographical regions to enhance generalizability.
Effectiveness of a Problem-Based Learning Module in Improving Sports Injury Management Skills among Prospective Elementary School Teachers Sukowati, Anton; Rabia, Supriyati Fatma; Azizah, Meilin A N; Fadli, M
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2318

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Purpose of the study: This study aims to evaluate the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) module designed to strengthen sports injury management competence among prospective elementary school teachers. Methodology: The research employed a Research and Development design using the ADDIE model, with data collected through expert validation sheets, lecturer and student practicality questionnaires, and pretest–posttest learning outcome tests. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, paired sample t-tests, and N-Gain analysis with SPSS software. Main Findings: The results showed that the module achieved high expert validity (92%) and strong curriculum alignment (96%). Practicality evaluation indicated very good acceptance from students (88.2%) and lecturers (91.6%). Learning outcomes improved significantly from a pretest mean score of 63.5 to a posttest mean score of 84.2 (p < 0.05), supported by a moderate N-Gain value of 0.567. Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in the development of a PBL-based module specifically focused on sports injury management and first aid training for prospective teachers, supported by a multi-party evaluation approach involving experts, lecturers, and students, which provides a comprehensive assessment of the module’s feasibility and contributes to strengthening safety literacy in physical education contexts.
Poetry as a Multidimensional Medium for Language, Literacy, and Social Reflection in Elementary Education Diplan, Diplan
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2319

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Purpose of the Study: Poetry offers not only aesthetic value but also potential as a learning tool that supports children’s language growth, literacy competence, and social awareness. However, poetry is still rarely positioned as a multidimensional pedagogical medium in elementary education. Therefore, this study aims to analyze how poetry functions as a medium for language development, literacy education, and social reflection in elementary classrooms. Methodology: This study used a qualitative descriptive design involving six purposively selected elementary schools. Data were obtained from five Indonesian language teachers, twelve students, classroom observations, and documentation of students’ poetry works. Data were analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana model, through data condensation, display, and conclusion drawing, with validity ensured using source and methodological triangulation. Main Findings: The findings indicate that poetry improves linguistic competence, particularly vocabulary, diction, and figurative language understanding. Poetry also strengthens students’ literacy through close reading, interpretive discussion, and creative writing engagement. Furthermore, poetry becomes a reflective tool for students to express environmental issues, family dynamics, friendship, and cultural identity. Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study demonstrates that poetry is a multidimensional learning medium that simultaneously develops language skill, literacy depth, and socio-emotional awareness. The novelty lies in its integration of three learning outcomes within one instructional model. Implicationally, poetry-based learning can be adopted as an alternative strategy for teachers to create contextual, expressive, and character-oriented literacy practices in elementary schools.
Leadership, Collaboration, and Satisfaction: A Structural Model of Teachers’ Normative Commitment in Islamic Elementary Schools Nasution, Afifah Nurul Khoirot; Wijaya, Candra; Dalimunthe, Muhammad
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2324

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Purpose of the study: This study investigates the direct and indirect effects of the head of madrasah’s charismatic leadership and teamwork on teachers’ normative commitment, with job satisfaction serving as a mediating variable. Methodology: Employing a quantitative approach with a survey design, data were collected from 101 teachers of State Islamic Elementary Schools (MIN) in Asahan Regency using proportional random sampling. Path analysis was applied to examine the causal relationships among variables. Main Findings: findings reveal that charismatic leadership and teamwork significantly influence teachers’ job satisfaction. Furthermore, both variables have direct positive effects on teachers’ normative commitment. Job satisfaction demonstrates the strongest direct effect on normative commitment and significantly mediates the influence of charismatic leadership and teamwork. These results indicate that teachers’ moral obligation and loyalty to their institutions are shaped not only by leadership quality and collaborative work culture but also by their level of satisfaction with work conditions and professional recognition. Novelty/Originality of this study: The study contributes to educational management literature by emphasizing normative commitment as a critical yet underexplored dimension of teacher commitment in madrasah contexts. Practically, the findings suggest that strengthening charismatic leadership practices, fostering effective teamwork, and improving job satisfaction are strategic pathways to enhancing teachers’ commitment and sustaining educational quality in Islamic elementary schools.
Policy Perception and Implementation Satisfaction as Dual Mediators of Student Retention in Multi-Faith Higher Education: A PLS-SEM Study Sadtyadi, Hesti; Paramita, Santi
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2326

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Purpose of the study: This study examines the implementation of the Single Tuition Fee policy at a multi-faith religious higher education institution. This study analyzes student perceptions and satisfaction across various dimensions, identifies causal mechanisms among student characteristics, policy perceptions, implementation satisfaction, and study continuation, and examines the implementation challenges faced by the institution. Methodology: A mixed-methods sequential explanatory design was employed. Quantitative survey of 159 students (80% response rate) analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Qualitative data collected through focus groups and interviews. Validated questionnaires measured transparency, accessibility, affordability, responsiveness, and the impact of study continuity. Main Findings: Results revealed 90% of students would be unable to pursue higher education without the Single Tuition Fee support. Students rated transparency highest (M=4.1), followed by responsiveness (M=3.9), accessibility (M=3.8), study continuity (M=3.7), and affordability (M=3.6). The structural model demonstrated that policy perception strongly influenced implementation satisfaction (β=0.695, p<0.001), which, in turn, significantly affected study continuity (β=0.548, p<0.001). Student characteristics shaped policy perception (β = 0.452, p < 0.001), with full mediation through perceptions and satisfaction. Novelty/Originality of this study: First comprehensive evaluation of the Single Tuition Fee policy implementation in religious higher education using PLS-SEM methodology. Reveals that policy success operates through a causal chain in which positive perceptions and high-quality implementation matter as much as financial support itself, advancing understanding of the effectiveness of higher education financing in minority religious institutions.
Leadership Practices of Madrasah Principals in the Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum Safitri, Aini; Siahaan, Amiruddin; Mardianto, Mardianto
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2376

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Purpose of the study: The purpose of this study is to analyze the leadership of madrasah principals in planning, implementation, and evaluation activities in implementing the Merdeka Curriculum that integrates it with Digital Madrasah innovations then analyze the impact of leadership models and digital innovations in the Merdeka Curriculum on the learning process at State Islamic Junior High School. Methodology: This study uses a qualitative approach with a multi-site study design, which focuses on two state madrasahs in Aceh Tamiang Regency. Data sources include the madrasah principal, deputy head of curriculum, teachers, supervisors, and students. Main Findings: The results of this study offer novelty in the form of mapping two leadership patterns of madrasah principals in implementing the Merdeka Curriculum that integrates digital innovations, namely the reflective-open model at State Islamic Junior High School 1 and the systemic-digital model at State Islamic Junior High School 2 which result in different strategies in planning, implementation, evaluation, and impact. This study formulates a new model in the form of a cultural-pedagogical versus systemic-pedagogical change pathway, as well as a hybrid reflective-digital evaluation model, which overall form the 'Contextualized Digital-Merdeka Leadership' framework as a significant theoretical and practical contribution. Novelty/Originality of this study: The research novelty was formulates a new model in the form of a cultural-pedagogical versus systemic-pedagogical change pathway, as well as a hybrid reflective-digital evaluation model, which collectively form the Contextualized Digital-Merdeka Leadership framework as a significant theoretical and practical contribution previously undiscovered in madrasah leadership studies in Indonesia.