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OPTIMA: Journal of Guidance and Counseling
ISSN : 27766624     EISSN : 27766683     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
The below mentioned areas are just indicative. The editorial board also welcomes innovative articles in Educational Psychology and Guidance Counseling field. Focus and Scope OPTIMA are: Educational Psychology Developmental Psychology Assessment of Psychology Diagnostic of learning difficulties and tutoring Professional Ethics of Guidance and Counseling Developmental Guidance and Counseling Program Development and Management of Guidance and Counseling Children’s Guidance and Counseling Adolescent’s Guidance and Counseling Adult’s Guidance and Counseling Special Population’s Guidance and Counseling Multicultural Guidance and Counseling Family’s Guidance and Counseling Guidance and Counseling in the Pascaglobal Development of Technology and Guidance and Counseling’s Innovation
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DATA VISUALIZATION AS A TOOL FOR PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING EDUCATION Suvita, Yalda; Anjarika, Adelina Lintang; Hutami, Nurahmi Resnanti; Mayfani, Silviedriya; Ahman, Ahman
OPTIMA: Journal Of Guidance and Counseling Vol 5, No 1 (2025)
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Data visualization is a graphical representation of information designed to facilitate understanding and decision making. The purpose of this study is to explore the importance of data visualization as an educational tool in improving public understanding of complex information. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a literature study method. Secondary data collected comes from various trusted sources such as scientific journals, articles, books, and other research documents. The results of this study are that data visualization has proven to be a very effective educational tool in improving public understanding of complex information. The use of visualization techniques, such as graphs, diagrams, and animations, makes difficult information can be presented in a concise and more attractive form. The principles that must be possessed by good data visualization are simplicity, relevance, readability, and visual appeal. So, the information to be conveyed can be understood by all members of the general public.
EXPLORATION OF ORDINAL TO INTERVAL DATA TRANSFORMATION IN PSYCHOLOGICAL DATA PROCESSING Cahyaningtyas, Kania; Maulida, Salma Nur; Sari, Linda; Ahman, Ahman
OPTIMA: Journal Of Guidance and Counseling Vol 5, No 1 (2025)
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The transformation of ordinal data into interval data is a crucial step in statistical analysis, particularly for achieving more accurate measurements and making data-driven decisions. The Method of Successive Interval (MSI) has been identified as an effective approach to accomplish this transformation. This literature review aims to explore recent studies on MSI, assess its effectiveness in converting ordinal data, and identify research gaps and future research opportunities. Using a literature review method, 15 peer-reviewed articles from 2020 to 2024 were analyzed. The findings indicate that MSI not only enhances measurement accuracy but also broadens the application of statistical analysis across various fields, including guidance and counseling. This contributes to improving the validity and reliability of the instruments used, thereby enabling the formulation of interventions tailored to students' needs.
URGENCY OF PHILOSOPHICAL THINKING IN GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING PRACTICE: A LITERATURE REVIEW Maulida, Salma Nur
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Guidance and counseling is a crucial component of the national education system that supports the achievement of educational goals. Philosophy plays a key role in shaping the scientific foundation and principles underlying the practice of guidance and counseling. This study aims to explore the role of philosophy in the development of guidance and counseling theory and practice, focusing on the contributions of ontology, epistemology, and axiology in enriching counselors' understanding of human nature, wise decision-making, and the application of ethical values in professional practice. Additionally, this study examines the relevance of Pancasila philosophy as the Indonesian philosophical system in shaping guidance and counseling services that align with the cultural and social values of Indonesian society.The method used in this research is a systematic literature review (Systematic Literature Review), aimed at collecting, evaluating, and analyzing findings from various studies related to the topic. This research involves gathering articles related to the philosophy of science in guidance and counseling and analyzing them to find insights that can enrich the practice of guidance and counseling in Indonesia. The results of the study indicate that philosophy plays a very important role in guiding the development and application of guidance and counseling, both in the context of multicultural societies and the digital era. Philosophy provides a foundational framework that helps counselors understand human characteristics, professional values, and the social and technological challenges faced in counseling practice. Particularly in the context of Indonesia, the application of Pancasila philosophy as a national philosophical framework offers a more relevant and contextually appropriate approach that ensures guidance and counseling services remain of high quality, relevant, and sustainable. This study affirms that understanding philosophy is not just an addition but an essential element in the sustainability and quality of guidance and counseling services.
EFFECT OF RELIABILITY AND VALIDITY TESTING IN GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING RESEARCH Mauladi, Tiara Anggun; Ahman, Ahman; Morteza, Recita Widyan; Fahriza, Febi Dwi; Aripin, Samsul
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Reliability and validity testing are essential steps in guidance and counseling research to ensure the quality of research instruments. This study aims to analyze the effect of reliability and validity testing on the quality of research results in the field of guidance and counseling. The method used is a systematic literature review (SLR) by analyzing 10 articles published in the period 2020-2024. The results show that valid and reliable instruments contribute significantly to the accuracy, consistency, and relevance of research data. Validity ensures that the instrument measures the intended construct, while reliability guarantees the consistency of measurement results. Instruments that do not meet these criteria can lead to data bias, unreliable conclusions, and inappropriate interventions. Therefore, systematic development instruments, involving experts, and considering local contexts are important factors in improving research quality. This study emphasizes the importance of validity and reliability in measurement to support decision making based on accurate data in the field of guidance and counseling.