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Student Participation in The Certified Internship and Independent Study Program (MSIB) and the Improvement of Soft Skills Among Students in Indonesia Riana Nurhayati; Fitriana Tjiptasari; Evi Rovikoh Indah Saputri
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.29833

The background of this study is the high unemployment rate among university graduates in Indonesia (842,378 people in 2024) due to the mismatch between competencies and industry needs. As a form of service learning, the Certified Internship and Independent Study Program (MSIB) is expected to improve students' soft skills. This quantitative study aims to measure the impact of MSIB on the overall improvement of students' soft skills and three specific aspects: communication skills, creativity, and conflict resolution. Data were collected through a Likert scale questionnaire from 118 MSIB participants at Yogyakarta State University and analyzed using simple correlation and MANOVA. The results show that 1) MSIB has a significant impact on the overall improvement of soft skills (12.1%); 2) MSIB has the most substantial impact on communication skills (50% variance), followed by creativity (37.4%), and conflict resolution (36.8%). These findings support the role of MSIB as an effective strategy in bridging the competency gap among graduates.

Optimizing Entrepreneurship at the Community Learning Center (CLC) through E-Commerce Marketing Solfema Solfema; Wisroni Wisroni; Vevi Sunarti; Reza Gusmanti
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.15098

Community Learning Center (CLC) as one of the government's partners in educating people's lives through non-formal education service programs, it is hoped that CLC is not only able to grow a learning society (learning society), but also can improve their abilities and skills in dealing with socio-economic progress through entrepreneurship assistance activities which are one of the focuses of the purpose of the presence of CLC in the midst of the community. The facts on the ground show that CLC, especially in West Sumatra Province, has not been able to optimally become a community education institution that accommodates entrepreneurship-based activities for the community. Entrepreneurial activities carried out by CLC have not been able to create an entrepreneurial spirit and have not been able to maximally facilitate the marketing of CLC business products widely, which is still only local so that CLC entrepreneurial activities are underdeveloped and have not produced significant results. This study aims to see the optimization of entrepreneurship at the Community Learning Activity Center (CLC) through E- Commerce marketing. The results of the study show in fact the main obstacles in the lack of utilization of e-commerce by entrepreneurship activities today are; 1) There is still a lack of understanding of partners regarding E-Commerce; 2) Lack of partner expertise in creating online stores as a means of marketing; 3) Lack of use of smartphones as a marketing medium 4. Lack of partner expertise in operating online stores as a marketing tool

Understanding Adolescents’ Perception of Parenting: A Case Study in Bandung, Indonesia Djudju Sriwenda; Elih Sudiapermana; Joni Rahmat Pramudia; Gumpanat Bariboon
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.17036

Background: Adolescents, defined by the United Nations as individuals aged 10 to 19 years, are a significant population group, numbering 1.3 billion worldwide. Adolescence is a complex period of transition, characterized by rapid physical, cognitive, and psychosocial growth. These developments affect the way adolescents feel, think, make decisions, and interact with many things. This transition is often described as a period of “storm and stress,” which emphasizes the important role of parents in supporting adolescent’s development. Objective: Exploring adolescents' perception of the parental treatment that adolescents receive. Methods: This study used a survey, involving 120 adolescent respondents in Bandung City, consisting of 40 males and 76 females. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed descriptively. Result: The study showed that most of the respondents were 14 years old and lived with their families. Although most adolescents feel closer to their mothers, adolescent girls tend to confide in friends more often than their mothers when facing problems. The findings also show that parents still tend to compare their children with other children, even with neighboring children. Adolescents expect parents not to compare them with siblings and always support their activities. Conclusion: Adolescents as individuals who grow and develop have needs that must be met by parents. They, by following their developmental patterns, want to be treated as people who have authority, want to be heard, want to be cared for, and want to make parents a place to share Research Contribution: This study provides insight into adolescents' perceptions of parental treatment, which can be the basis for the development of more effective programs and interventions in supporting adolescents’s development

Implementing the Independent Curriculum in Faith-Based Primary Education: A Case Study of Insan Mandiri Integrated Islamic School Supadi Supadi; Intan Melya Hartania; Heru Santosa; Musringudin Musringudin
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 1 (2025): Community education and lifelong education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i1.19391

Background - The implementation of the Independent Curriculum at the elementary school level has become a crucial issue in promoting adaptive, student-centered education. Research Urgency - Despite its nationwide rollout, the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in faith-based elementary schools remains underexplored, particularly in balancing national standards with religious and contextual values. This study is crucial to uncover how such schools adapt the curriculum in practice, providing insights for more inclusive and responsive education policies. Research Objectives - This study aims to describe the planning, implementation, and evaluation processes of the Independent Curriculum at SDIT Insan Mandiri, South Jakarta, while identifying its effectiveness and the challenges encountered. Research Method - Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through observation, interviews, and document analysis. Research Findings - The findings reveal that learning plans are tailored to students' potential and needs through the development of contextual teaching modules, including outdoor learning and the use of various media. Curriculum implementation involves innovative activities such as market days and infak collection, which contribute to students' character development and social competence. Evaluation is conducted through Learning Communities and student self-reflection using color-coded cards as indicators of engagement and understanding. Research Conclusion - The study concludes that curriculum implementation aligns with differential, constructivist, and competency-based educational principles, despite technical constraints such as inconsistencies between textbooks and learning objectives and limited time for additional mentoring. Research Novelty/ Contibution - The novelty of this study lies in its participatory evaluation practices based on student self-reflection and collaborative learning communities, which remain underexplored in other elementary-level applications of the Independent Curriculum.

Sustainable Empowerment Strategies in Rural Areas: A Qualitative Study on Women Farmer Groups Yudan Hermawan; Fitta Ummaya Santi; Riko Septiantoko; Rita Bekti Utami
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.23271

Background: Community empowerment plays an important role in driving sustainable development, especially in rural areas. The Bejiharjo Farmer Women Group (KWT) is an example of community-based empowerment initiatives that have succeeded in developing social entrepreneurship. Through women's active participation, capacity building, and utilization of local resources, this KWT has been able to generate significant economic and social impacts for its communities. Research Urgency: It is important to understand the empowerment pattern that KWT Bejiharjo applies in building sustainable social enterprises, in order to replicate similar models in other villages. Identification of key success factors can make a major contribution to the development of local potential-based women's and community empowerment programs. Research Objectives: This study aims to explore the patterns of community empowerment implemented by the Bejiharjo Women Farmers Group (KWT) and identify the key elements that drive the success and sustainability of community-based social entrepreneurship. Research Method: A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving in-depth interviews, participatory observation, documentation, and focus group discussions. Thematic and narrative analyses were conducted to identify key empowerment patterns, with data triangulation ensuring validity and reliability. Research Findings: The results of the study show that the empowerment carried out by KWT Bejiharjo has succeeded in increasing members' ownership and sense of responsibility for group activities, along with the growth of collective commitment and social bonds. In addition, intensive training from various partners also improves members' skills and knowledge in the fields of production, marketing, and business management. This effort is supported by the utilization and diversification of local resources, which not only strengthens the household economy, but also creates added value through processed products and expands the potential of educational agrotourism in the local area. Research Conclusion: The empowerment model applied by KWT Bejiharjo has succeeded in creating a sustainable social entrepreneurship ecosystem. Shared ownership, capacity building, and utilization of local potential are the main foundations in building economic and social independence at the community level Research Novelty/ Contibution: This research contributes to the development of a community-based empowerment model that is oriented towards social entrepreneurship. The findings in this study can serve as a reference for the development of sustainable empowerment strategies in other rural communities with a participatory and local potential-based approach.

Analysis of the Implementation of Training at the Department of Industry, Trade, Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises Dian Mutia; Fetri Yeni; Abna Hidayati; Rayendra Rayendra; Noviachri Imroatul Sadiyah
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.24013

Background - Challenges in an era of continuous progress and competitive markets require groups, communities, organizations, and countries to demonstrate resilience and competitiveness. Knowledge is a vital asset that humans possess, and efforts to develop human resources are essential to support capacity building and promote competitive excellence. Research Urgency - SMEs frequently encounter challenges in managing their businesses, particularly due to their limited capacity to develop the products they produce. The UPT IPOK Disperindagkop and SMEs of Riau Province often conduct training for MSMEs to encourage improvements in the quality of human resources in Riau Province. However, there are still shortcomings in the implementation and evaluation of training activities held by the UPT IPOK. Research Objectives - This research aims to describe the planning, implementation, and evaluation of training at the Technical Implementation Unit of the Riau Province Industry, Trade, Cooperatives, and Small and Medium Enterprises Agency. Research Method - The research method is qualitative analysis. It consists of four stages. The first stage is data collection through in-depth interviews with 10 informants, comprised of the head of the IPOK Technical Implementation Unit, IPOK Technical Implementation Unit staff, IPOK Technical Implementation Unit SME extension workers, training instructors, and training participants. The second stage is data reduction, which is summarizing the results of the interviews conducted in accordance with the research needs. The fourth stage is data presentation, which involves compiling the collected data into a report and then conducting a qualitative analysis. Before proceeding to the fifth stage, validation is carried out again with the head of the IPOK Technical Implementation Unit, after which the fifth stage of concluding is carried out. Research Findings - The incubator training organizer contained an activity plan consisting of a legal basis, background, objectives, inputs, outputs, benefits, training location, participants, and activity schedule. The training ran smoothly thanks to the comprehensive facilities and infrastructure provided by the UPT IPOK. The evaluation showed that the instructors sought to improve the quality of the training based on the input provided by the participants. The evaluation was conducted in the form of a questionnaire that was filled out by the training participants. Research Conclusion - The training activity, which was attended by 10 participants, had a positive impact because it went through careful planning, adequate implementation, and sufficient evaluation, thereby creating jobs, increasing community income, and adding value to local raw materials to create superior products. Of course, this requires separate training on processing cassava. However, there are still obstacles related to marketing and capital. Research Novelty/Contribution - This study explains that in training activities, it is very important to have the continuity of advanced training needed by training participants. This is because when training is not completed to the point of producing SME independence, the benefits and objectives outlined in the training plan are not realized.

The Impact of Entrepreneurial Competency on the Empowerment of Community Learning Centre Managers Erna Ambarini; Karta Sasmita; Adi Irvansyah
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.28827

Background -. Educational disparities, dropout rates, and limited PKBM (Community Learning Center) management capacity remain key challenges. This study takes Bekasi Regency—an urban–semi-urban area with strong entrepreneurial commitment—as its research locus. Research Urgency - Strengthening the managerial and entrepreneurial capacity of PKBM leaders is crucial to sustaining Indonesia’s non-formal education ecosystem. Despite the government’s focus on lifelong learning and community empowerment, many PKBMs struggle to operate independently due to weak institutional management, limited innovation, and low digital adaptation. Addressing this issue is urgent to ensure that community-based education remains relevant, financially viable, and aligned with the goals of inclusive human development in the digital era. Research Objective - This study aims to analyze the effect of entrepreneurial competencies on the empowerment of PKBM managers in Bekasi Regency, and to identify generational patterns in management practices. The research further seeks to propose a competency-based empowerment model that integrates entrepreneurial skills, innovation, and digital networking to enhance the sustainability of community learning centers. Research Methods - This study uses a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design to examine the relationship between entrepreneurial competencies and PKBM managers’ empowerment in Bekasi Regency. Quantitative data from 50 purposively sampled managers were analyzed using CFA and PLS-SEM, while qualitative interviews provided contextual insights, validated through triangulation Research Findings - Entrepreneurial competencies show a strong positive association with PKBM managers’ empowerment (path coefficient = 0.971, p < 0.001), accounting for 94.2% of the variance explained by the model. The analysis also indicates a generational divide: senior managers (>7 years’ experience) tend to rely on trial-and-error approaches (78%), whereas junior managers (<3 years) display higher levels of innovation (92%) but face limitations in professional networking Research Conclusion - This study demonstrates that entrepreneurial competencies significantly strengthen the empowerment of PKBM (Community Learning Center) managers, while revealing a generational management gap - senior managers rely more on traditional approaches whereas junior managers exhibit greater innovation but face networking constraints. The findings underscore the importance of implementing financial training, cross-generational mentoring, and digital network strengthening programs to transform PKBMs into self-sufficient institutions that support national educational development, with further research needed to adapt this model across different regions by accounting for local contextual factors and technological integration Research Novelty/ Contribution - This study proposes a competency-based empowerment model for PKBM managers that demonstrates empirical validity within the research context, while acknowledging limitations related to sample size, geographic scope, and reliance on self-reported data. Its practical contribution lies in offering a context-specific intervention framework tailored for urban–semi-urban areas in developing countries. By bridging theory with field implementation, the study provides both theoretical insights and applied relevance for strengthening non-formal education in Indonesia, particularly in addressing management challenges faced by community learning centers.

Digital Transformation of the e-Mental App and Police Service Quality: Mental Health Role Achmad Junaidi; Syahruddin Hattab; Muh Nawawi; Mohamad Irfan Mufti
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.30509

Background - Digital transformation has become a strategic approach to improving public service performance, including in law enforcement institutions. The e-Mental application was introduced as part of digital innovation to enhance both the performance and mental health of police officers. However, the direct impact of digital transformation on service quality, particularly when considering internal psychological readiness, remains underexplored. Research Urgency - Given the growing demands for responsive public services and increasing work-related stress among officers, understanding how digital initiatives contribute to service quality and how mental health interacts with these effects is crucial for sustainable innovation. Research Objectives - This study aims to analyze the influence of digital transformation via the e-Mental application on the quality of police services, with mental health as a moderating factor. It also seeks to examine the effect of digital transformation on officers' mental health and how this moderates the relationship with service quality. Research Method - The research was conducted at the Police Resort (Polres) of Donggala Regency, Central Sulawesi. It involved 205 police officers across nine sectoral police stations (Polsek) as respondents for digital transformation and mental health variables, and 205 community members as evaluators of service quality. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with an interaction term. Research Findings - Digital transformation significantly improves both mental health (t = 6.250, p < 0.001) and service quality (t = 7.878, p < 0.001). However, mental health significantly moderates this relationship, weakening the effect of digital transformation on service quality (B = -0.019, t = -3.890, p < 0.001). Research Conclusion - Digital transformation alone is insufficient for improving service quality without psychological readiness and institutional support. Research Contribution - This study highlights the importance of integrating psychological well-being into digital innovation strategies, particularly in public service sectors like the police. Key words: Digital transformation, e-Mental app, mental health, Service quality.

Lifelong Learning as a Pathway: Strengthening Rural Communities for the SDGs Iis Prasetyo; Erma Kusumawardani
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.31241

Background: The acceleration of globalization and the development of information and communication technology (ICT) have brought the world into an era of planetary urbanization, fraught with challenges such as climate change, financial crises, ecological degradation, and pandemics. In response, the United Nations (UN) formulated the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In Indonesia, the SDGs are integrated into village development through the Village Fund policy, as mandated by Law Number 6 of 2014. Urgency of Research: Although Village Funds have been proven to promote sustainable development, the implementation of the Village SDGs still faces various challenges, including low community participation, imbalances between physical development and human empowerment, and weak external stakeholder support. Previous studies have focused primarily on the use of Village Funds for infrastructure development, while their relationship to achieving Village SDG indicators has rarely been comprehensively examined. Research Objectives: This research aims to analyze the extent to which Village SDGs can be achieved through the utilization of Village Funds and to examine how a people-centered development approach through lifelong learning is a key strategy in realizing sustainable village development in Yogyakarta. Research Methods: This study employed a qualitative approach with exploratory methods. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with village officials and field observations in 5 villages in the Special Region of Yogyakarta Province, selected using purposive sampling based on geographic location and potential. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, narrative presentation, and conclusion drawing, with validation through source and method triangulation. Research Findings: Research results indicate that lifelong learning plays a strategic role in strengthening the social, economic, and environmental capacity of village communities. Findings in Bangunharjo, Margoluwih, Bosot, Wedomartani, and Sidoluhur demonstrate that community-based skills training, environmental education, and health programs can foster critical awareness, economic independence, and women's involvement. Furthermore, partnerships between actors (village government, PKK, youth organizations, farmer groups, and external stakeholders) create social capital that accelerates SDG implementation. However, obstacles remain, including budget constraints, low community participation, technical constraints, and the misalignment of external programs with village priorities. Conclusion and Novelty: The study concludes that lifelong learning is not only an educational strategy but also a framework for socio-economic transformation that strengthens human capital, expands capabilities, fosters critical awareness, and strengthens village social capital. The novelty of this research lies in the empirical analysis linking the use of Village Funds to the achievement of Village SDGs indicators through the perspective of lifelong learning and people-centered development, a previously unstudied approach in the Indonesian context.

Development of Digital Learning Media for Community-Based Education: A Collaborative Innovation and Literacy Framework Daddy Darmawan; Puji Hadiyanti; Setiawan Wibowo; Rahmat Syah; Muhammad Fadhlan Abdillah
Journal of Nonformal Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Adult education & Community empowerment
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jone.v11i2.32060

Background: The rapid advancement of digital technology has transformed global education, yet disparities in access persist, particularly in low-income and rural regions. Digital literacy—encompassing technical, critical, and ethical competencies—remains underdeveloped due to insufficient teacher training and infrastructural limitations. Research Objectives: This study aims to (1) assess the effectiveness of FOCIL in improving digital literacy, (2) evaluate its socio-cultural and infrastructural adaptability, and (3) identify key features that enhance learning outcomes in underserved communities. Research Method: A mixed-methods sequential exploratory design was employed, combining qualitative stakeholder interviews, observational studies, and document analysis, followed by quantitative usability and field trials. Research Findings: The FOCIL platform significantly enhanced literacy outcomes, with participants demonstrating greater progress than those using conventional methods. Learning modules that incorporated local wisdom, such as regional folktales, proved more engaging and achieved higher completion rates than generic materials. The platform’s low-bandwidth design effectively supported learners in rural areas, enabling continued access through offline mode. Interactive features, particularly discussion forums and gamification, played a central role in boosting engagement and reinforcing learning gains. Conclusion: FOCIL effectively bridges digital divides by aligning with socio-cultural contexts, overcoming infrastructural barriers, and employing evidence-based pedagogies. Challenges include server latency and the need for teacher training. Future iterations should integrate AI-driven feedback and expand partnerships for scalability. Novelty/Originality/Value: This study contributes a validated Cultural-Technological Implementation Framework and an open-source, adaptive platform tailored for resource-constrained settings. It advances the discourse on equitable digital education by demonstrating how community-centric design and hybrid learning models can enhance literacy and inclusion.

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