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Journal of Social Work and Science Education
ISSN : 27460827     EISSN : 27236919     DOI : https://doi.org/10.52690/jswse
The Journal of Social Work and Science Education (JSWSE) is firmly established as an authoritative voice in the world of social work and science education with E-ISSN: 2723-6919 and P-ISSN 2746-0827. JSWSE publishes scholarly papers that focus on the social science, teaching and learning, science in school settings ranging from early childhood to university education. It bridges the gap between research and practice, providing information, ideas and opinion. As a truly international journal, JSWSE welcomes contributions from any country provided that the authors explain their local contexts and demonstrate the significance of their work for a global readership. Special emphasis is placed on applicable research relevant to social sciences, educational practice, educational realities in systems, schools, colleges and universities. JSWSE is concerned with social science and science education but also welcomes manuscripts on the integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or, geography, and the arts. It is published by Yayasan Sembilan Pemuda Indonesia and it will regularly be published three times a year, in April, August, and December.
Articles 663 Documents
Management Strategies and Outcomes of a School-Based Nutritious Meal Program in Indonesia: A Qualitative Case Study at SD Negeri 157 Palembang Sunari, Sunari; Harapan, Edi; Nugroho, Hery Setiyo
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1402

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This study aimed to analyze the management strategies, the role of human resources, and the effectiveness of the national Nutritious Meal Program at Public Elementary School 157 Palembang. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving the principal, teachers, students, and Nutrition Service Unit (SPPG) representatives. Implementation was effective, supported by menu planning adhering to national standards, clear task distribution, strong cross-sectoral coordination, and continuous evaluation. The program positively impacted students’ health, concentration, and learning motivation. The research provides an early, in-depth case study of the program’s operational management at a single school, offering granular insight into the practical execution of a new national policy. The school’s management model centered on structured planning, collaboration, and monitoring serves as a replicable framework for ensuring effective and equitable program rollout in other primary schools. The study contributes empirical evidence on successful local-level implementation, highlighting critical managerial and human resource factors that translate national policy into tangible educational and health outcomes.
School Quality Development Strategy Through Teachers’ Performance and Facilities at SMP Negeri 4 Palembang Asyaari, Achmad; Ahyani, Nur; Effendi, Darwin
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1406

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This study aims to investigate the quality development approach at SMP Negeri 4 Palembang, which faces issues related to improving educational quality amid problems concerning inconsistent teacher performance and inadequate facilities. The core of this study is to formulate strategies for enhancing school quality, analyzed through two main components: teacher performance and availability of facilities. This study employs a qualitative approach at SMP Negeri 4 Palembang, with sources consisting of teachers, students, school officials (Principal and Administrative Staff), as well as students’ parents. Data analysis was conducted using the interactive model of Miles & Huberman, which includes the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The findings of this study indicate that quality development at this school needs to focus on two main aspects. First, although most educators have good pedagogical competence (80% of interview results), there is a major challenge in the lack of integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), which requires immediate attention (70% of observations). Second, facilities are generally supportive for basic learning activities; however, there is a significant shortage in science laboratory facilities and supporting tools for practical learning (70% of the data indicate an urgent need). Recommended steps include implementing intensive and continuous ICT training programs for teachers to encourage innovation in digital learning, as well as upgrading and procuring more complete and modern laboratory equipment. The conclusion of this study emphasizes that quality development must be conducted holistically and sustainably, where improving teacher performance and fulfilling infrastructure serve as crucial inputs to achieve educational outcomes.
The Influence of Principal Leadership Style and Work Motivation on Teacher Performance: Evidence from Public Elementary Schools in Indonesia Saputri, Irra Julia; Putra, Alhadi Yan; Nurlina, Nurlina
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1408

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This study aims to analyze the influence of principal leadership style and teachers’ work motivation on the performance of elementary school teachers in Talang Kelapa District, Banyuasin Regency. Employing a quantitative approach with a survey design, the study involved 109 teachers from public elementary schools selected as research respondents. Data were collected using structured questionnaires that measured principal leadership style, teachers’ work motivation, and teacher performance. The collected data were then analyzed using simple and multiple linear regression techniques to examine both partial and simultaneous effects among the variables. The results of the t-test indicate that principal leadership style has a positive and significant effect on teacher performance (t = 4.420; Sig. = 0.000), contributing 15.4% to the variance in teacher performance. Similarly, teachers’ work motivation shows a positive and significant effect on teacher performance (t = 5.796; Sig. = 0.000), with a contribution of 23.9%. Furthermore, the results of the simultaneous test reveal that principal leadership style and teachers’ work motivation jointly have a significant effect on teacher performance (F = 19.693; Sig. = 0.000), with a coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.271. These findings confirm that teacher performance is influenced by both organizational and individual factors. Strengthening principal leadership practices and enhancing teachers’ work motivation are therefore essential strategies for improving teacher performance and supporting the effectiveness of elementary education.
The Influence of Teachers' Certification and Work Motivation on the Professionalism of State Elementary School Teachers Winarti, Wilis; Widayatsih, Tri; Suherman, Suherman
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1412

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This study aims to analyze the influence of teachers' certification and work motivation on the professionalism of State Elementary School teachers in Suak Tapeh District, both partially and simultaneously. Using a quantitative ex post facto approach, data were collected via questionnaires and documentation from 69 teachers and analyzed using SPSS. The results indicate that both certification and work motivation have significant positive effects individually, with motivation showing a slightly stronger influence. Furthermore, their combined impact is substantially greater, explaining a significant portion of the variance in professional standards. The novelty of this research lies in its localized examination of these interconnected factors within a specific Indonesian district, providing contextual empirical evidence. A key practical implication is that educational policy must not only maintain certification programs but also actively foster teacher motivation through systemic support to maximize professional outcomes. This study contributes to the academic literature by quantifying the synergistic relationship between certification and motivation, and offers actionable insights for local administrators seeking to enhance teaching quality through dual-focused strategies.
Culturally Responsive Teaching and Critical Thinking in Elementary Social Studies: A Quasi-Experimental Study Nuraini, Intan; Yusnaldi, Eka
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1413

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This research aims to examine how the implementation of Culturally Responsive Teaching affects the critical thinking skills of fourth-grade students in Social Studies at SD Negeri 054915. The research design is quasi-experimental with a nonequivalent control group design. The sample consisted of 43 students from two classes, divided into two groups: the experimental class (n = 23), which was taught using the Culturally Responsive Teaching approach, and the control class (n = 20), which was taught using traditional learning methods. Information was collected through pre-tests and post-tests that had been tested for validity and reliability. The research findings indicate that this method has an impact on students’ critical thinking skills in Social Studies. Based on hypothesis analysis using an independent t-test, the significance value (sig. 2-tailed) was 0.000 < 0.05, meaning that H0 was rejected and Ha was accepted. Therefore, the Culturally Responsive Teaching approach was proven effective in improving students’ analytical thinking skills in Social Studies education at the elementary school level. The control group, which did not use the Culturally Responsive Teaching approach, had an average (mean) score of 64.20, according to the data analysis. In contrast, the students in the experimental class, who were taught using the Culturally Responsive Teaching approach, achieved an average score of 74.52. These findings indicate that the Culturally Responsive Teaching approach has a significant impact on improving students’ critical thinking skills. By linking the learning material to students’ cultural backgrounds, the learning process becomes relevant, motivating, and encourages students to analyze information more deeply. The novelty of this research lies in the specific application of the Culturally Responsive Teaching approach in the Social Studies subject, particularly in the topic of cultural diversity, to develop critical thinking skills based on Ennis’ indicators. These findings provide supporting evidence for this approach as an effective learning strategy, and it is recommended that Culturally Responsive Teaching be more widely integrated into Social Studies education, with future research involving larger samples and long-term measurements.
The Influence of Infrastructure and Teachers’ Work Motivation on the Teachers’ Professionalism Saputra, Didik; Eddy, Syaiful; Lestari, Neta Dian
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1414

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This study aims to analyze the influence of educational facilities and infrastructure, as well as teachers’ work motivation, on the professionalism of public junior high school teachers in Suak Tapeh District. Employing a quantitative ex post facto approach, the research surveyed all 105 teachers from three state schools using validated questionnaires, with data analyzed via simple and multiple regression in SPSS. The results demonstrate that both factors have a significant positive influence: facilities account for 25.3% of the variance in professionalism, while work motivation explains 28.8%. Their combined simultaneous influence contributes 28.7%. The novelty of this study is its localized focus, integrating these two critical variables into a single empirical model within a specific Indonesian district context. A key practical implication is that school administrators and policymakers must adopt a dual strategy, concurrently improving physical infrastructure and implementing programs to enhance intrinsic teacher motivation to effectively raise professional standards. This research contributes by providing empirical evidence of these interconnected relationships and offering a targeted framework for improving educational quality in similar regional settings.
The Influence of Principal’s Leadership and Certification on Teachers’ Work Motivation Aryanti, Deasy; Widayatsih, Tri; Suherman, Suherman
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1415

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This study aims to analyze the influence of principal’s leadership and teachers’ certification on the work motivation of public elementary school teachers in Kedondong Raye Village, both partially and simultaneously. Using a quantitative ex post facto method, data were collected via questionnaires and documentation from 71 certified teachers and analyzed with SPSS. The results confirm that both principal’s leadership and certification individually have a significant positive effect on teacher motivation. Furthermore, their combined influence is also significant, indicating they function as complementary drivers. The novelty of this research lies in its specific examination of these two factors within the unique context of a rural village setting, providing localized insights into the drivers of teacher motivation. A key practical implication is that to enhance teacher motivation, educational stakeholders must adopt an integrated approach: school principals should strengthen supportive and transformative leadership practices, while systemic certification policies should be maintained and their professional benefits reinforced. This study contributes by offering empirical evidence on the synergistic relationship between leadership and certification, presenting a practical model for improving teacher motivation and, consequently, educational outcomes in similar rural or village-based school environments.
The Influence of Principal’s Leadership and Facilities on Teachers’ Performance Hajar, Siti; Eddy, Syaiful; Fitriani, Yessi
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1418

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This study aims to analyze the influence of principal’s leadership and infrastructure on the performance of public junior high school teachers in Suak Tapeh District, Banyuasin Regency. This study is motivated by the condition of teachers’ performance that still needs to be improved, as seen from low professionalism, teaching motivation, and limited facilities that support the learning process. While previous studies have focused more on motivation, academic supervision, or teacher competence, this study fills the gap in research by simultaneously examining the influence of principal’s leadership and infrastructure in public schools in rural areas. The approach used is quantitative with an ex post facto method on all 105 public junior high school teachers in Suak Tapeh District and used as a saturated sample. Data were collected through a Likert scale questionnaire that has been tested for validity and reliability, as well as documentation. Data analysis was conducted using simple and multiple linear regression using SPSS version 26. The results showed that principal’s leadership has a positive and significant effect of 29.6% on teachers’ performance, while infrastructure has an effect of 31.7%. Simultaneously, these two variables have an effect of 37.8%. These findings confirm that effective leadership and adequate school facilities play a crucial role in improving teachers’ performance. The novelty of this study lies in combining these two variables in the context of secondary schools in rural Banyuasin.
The Influence of Teachers’ Competence and School Management on Teachers’ Performance Fitriyanti, Fitriyanti; Eddy, Syaiful; Suherman, Suherman
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1422

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This study examines the simultaneous and partial influence of teacher competence and school management on teacher performance at State Elementary Schools in Ilir Barat 1 District, Palembang. Using a quantitative descriptive method, data was collected via questionnaires from 229 teachers sampled from a population of 534 across 29 schools. Analysis involved normality, linearity, and multicollinearity tests, followed by correlation, regression, t-tests, and F-tests. The results confirm that both teacher competence and school management have a positive and significant effect on teacher performance, both partially and simultaneously. The novelty lies in quantifying their combined impact within this specific regional context. Practically, these findings underscore the need for integrated professional development and administrative training programs. The study’s contribution is empirical evidence for educational policymakers and school leaders to prioritize holistic strategies that enhance both individual teacher capabilities and overarching managerial systems to improve overall educational outcomes.
Participatory Humanistic Leadership and Teacher’s Professional Development in State Islamic Junior High Schools Sriwahyuni, Eci; Jasrial, Jasrial; Syahril, Syahril
Journal of Social Work and Science Education Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Work and Science Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52690/jswse.v7i2.1423

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This study aims to examine in depth the practice of humanism-based participatory leadership in the development of teaching staff professionalism at MTsN 17 Tanah Datar. The study employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through passive participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The principal of the madrasah served as the key informant, while supporting informants were selected using the snowball sampling technique. Data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation as well as member checking, while data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. The findings indicate that humanism-based participatory leadership at MTsN 17 Tanah Datar is manifested through collective participation in program planning, collaborative dialogue, humanistic role modeling, mentoring in digital transformation, dialogical academic supervision, task distribution based on individual potential, and the provision of rewards and emotional support. These practices significantly contribute to the enhancement of teacher professionalism, the strengthening of motivation and professional autonomy, and the creation of an inclusive and collaborative organizational climate. This study integrates participatory leadership, a humanistic approach, and Islamic values within the context of madrasah education. Practically, the findings offer a leadership model that may serve as a reference for madrasah principals in sustainably developing the professionalism of teaching staff. Theoretically, this study enriches the discourse on educational leadership by providing a contextual humanistic-religious perspective.

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