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https://lnkd.in/gNg7aTnV Transforming Indonesia's Higher Education Landscape: New Insights Recently (2023), the Center for Indonesian Policy Studies published a policy brief highlighting persistent challenges and new opportunities in Indonesia's higher education sector: Key challenges: • Low tertiary education participation rate (31.2% in 2021) • Only 4 Indonesian universities in the QS World University Rankings Top 500 • Just 3.65% of accredited universities have an A rating Root causes include: • Limited research output • Only 14.5% of academics hold PhD degrees • Poor fundamental skills among students • Funding constraints and governance issues Despite government initiatives like research endowment funds and international collaboration programs, progress has been limited. A promising development: Indonesia now allows foreign universities to establish campuses, especially in Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Policy recommendations: 1. Integrate foreign campuses into national higher education programs 2. Promote collaborations between foreign and local institutions 3. Enhance local academics' capacity for global engagement 4. Improve human resources in local universities This comprehensive approach could leverage international partnerships to significantly boost Indonesia's higher education quality. I see chances! #HigherEducation #Indonesia #InternationalCollaboration #EducationPolicy

As intellectual students, our role is not confined solely to academic activities. We have a moral responsibility to contribute to the development and improvement of our nation. Being apolitical or indifferent to politics will only hinder the progress we can collectively achieve. Students are agents of change. History has shown that student movements often trigger reforms and improvements in various aspects of national life. With the knowledge and critical analysis skills we possess, we should actively engage in responding to existing political issues. Engagement in politics does not necessarily mean joining political parties, but it can be done in other ways such as participating in political discussions, reading and understanding current political developments, and voicing our aspirations through various media. In this way, we can contribute to creating better and fairer policies for all segments of society. Being an apolitical student is tantamount to wasting the great potential we have. We must be a generation that cares and is proactive, not only for our own future but also for the generations to come. Therefore, let us open our eyes and ears, understand the various issues at hand, and actively provide solutions and contributions for a better Indonesia.

When someone with significant influence uses their platform to highlight matters like this, it is not only empowering but shows a deep understanding and consideration for those often ignored. The World Bank has heavily emphasized the importance of investing in our country’s Human Capital, and access to quality education plays a huge role in this. Yet, even UP is falling short of its mandate by making its quality education largely inaccessible to the masses. Let's acknowledge that UP’s current system and policies often favor the privileged. Its competitive admission process, largely reliant on standardized tests like the UPCAT, tends to favor students from wealthier backgrounds who can afford better preparatory resources. Privilege offers an undeniable edge which is evident in the demographic makeup of UP students. I believe that the solution outlined here is key: expand UP’s reach and open its doors wider to those who need it the most. Make UP more inclusive, ensuring that all social classes have equal access. UP can and should #reinventandoutperform. P.S. 𝘐 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘶𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘥.

This is a good article. It provides a view on current education system in the country. There are, definately for our MoE to look into. If you are a policy maker, you are concerned with your policy today that impacting the generations to come. This only making sense. "DEI" Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are important basis. In Business, my opinion / preference is D&I. E many be part of D and in our action. These are good basis to work on. Meritocracy is of paramount important. When you dont know in area you supposed to be an expert, it is embarassing. At the least, do some checking prior penning down your decision. Accountability and ability to right the situation reflect your integrity and professionalism. When you defended your highly questionable academic journal, risking the University good-will, produced no concrete evidence in defence, refused to academic debate, only to quietly withdrew the journal several months later, this show your matuarity, integrity and level of accountability. Hope our MoE and our leaders / experts will look into it. Merdeka is coming. Let stay together and move forward. Let put our hair down and paint the town red. Enjoy. What lies deep beneath Malaysia’s failing education system

📚 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒂'𝒔 𝑬𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎: 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒔, 𝑾𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝑫𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 📚 China's education system is highly competitive and focused on academic achievement. Here are some key aspects: 🟩 Strengths: 1️⃣ High-Quality Education: 🎓 Produces highly skilled students. 2️⃣ Merit-Based Admission: 🏅 Gaokao exam determines entry to top universities. 3️⃣ Discipline & Hard Work: 💪 Strong work ethic and dedication. 4️⃣ Government Investment: 💰 Significant funding supports the system. 🟩 Weaknesses: 1️⃣ Overemphasis on Testing: 📊 Gaokao dominates student life. 2️⃣ Limited Creativity: 🧠 Focuses on memorization over critical thinking. 3️⃣ Pressure & Stress: 😓 High pressure to succeed. 4️⃣ Inequality: 🌍 Disparities between rural and urban education. 🟩 Reforms & Initiatives: 1️⃣ Curriculum Overhaul: 📖 Emphasis on creativity and critical thinking. 2️⃣ Reducing Testing Burden: 📉 Less homework and fewer tests. 3️⃣ Encouraging Extracurriculars: 🎨 Promoting non-academic activities. 4️⃣ Vocational Training: 🛠️ Increasing focus on practical skills. 🟩 Challenges: 1️⃣ Balancing Rigor with Well-Being: 🧘 Combining academic success with student wellness. 2️⃣ Addressing Inequality: ⚖️ Reducing regional education disparities. 3️⃣ Future Workforce Preparation: 🚀 Adapting education for changing jobs. 🟩 Comparison with Other Systems: 1️⃣ Singapore: 🏆 Similar focus on academics. 2️⃣ Finland: ✨ More emphasis on creativity. 3️⃣ United States: 🎯 Different approach to testing and extracurriculars. 🟩 Future Directions: 1️⃣ STEM & Innovation: 💡 Prioritizing science and tech education. 2️⃣ Digital Skills: 🖥️ Preparing for the digital economy. 3️⃣ Teacher Training: 👩🏫 Improving teacher support. 4️⃣ Global Collaboration: 🌐 Encouraging international exchange. China’s education system is evolving, addressing its challenges while maintaining its strengths. 🌟 #EducationSystem #ChinaEducation #AcademicExcellence #STEMEducation #DigitalSkills #TeacherTraining #EducationReform #GlobalEducation #LearningForFuture #VocationalTraining #StudentWellbeing #InnovationInEducation #LinkedInEducation

🌟 Looking Back, Moving Forward 🌟 Back in 2019 (or maybe early 2020), I was at the crossroads of starting my second research paper. My supervisors and I had intense discussions about the methodology—specifically, who the respondents should be and how we would engage them. Initially, I aimed to cover students from four disadvantaged backgrounds: gender, rural areas, low socioeconomic status (SES), and students with disabilities (difable students). But one of my supervisors gave me advice that shaped the direction of my research: “Mega, you cannot have all four groups. Choose one character that reflects the most relevant case in Indonesia. If you don't, you might not graduate on time.” After reflecting on the situation, I chose students from low SES backgrounds. That decision led to insightful discoveries and experiences that have stuck with me ever since. Now, in 2024, I’ve come full circle with the opportunity to explore a new and equally important group: students from diffable backgrounds. With a literature review underway and interviews from various stakeholders in the pipeline, I’m excited to see where this journey will take me. Grateful to be working with amazing institutions like the Centre for GEDSI at Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Yogyakarta, the University of West England, and the British Council on projects that are paving the way for more inclusive higher education. Onward and upward in the spirit of access and equity in education. Let’s make higher education truly inclusive for all! 💪🎓 #InclusiveEducation #AccessAndEquity #HigherEducation #ResearchJourney #GEDSI #StudentSupport #BritishCouncil #UniversitasNahdlatulUlamaYogyakarta

Education is key to Malaysia's sustainable development. I was pleased to contribute to this CNA feature that looked at the Challenges of Malaysia's Education Reform. https://lnkd.in/gZaWPcj4

Education reflects the cultural values of a nation. One aspect that reflects cultural differences in education is the norm of addressing teachers. In Indonesia, we are accustomed to calling teachers "Bu" or "Pak." This is not just words; it signifies our respect for teachers. This habit is deeply ingrained among Indonesian children from an early age and continues into adulthood. From children to adults, we always use "Bu" and "Pak" when addressing teachers because it's considered polite and respectful. On the other hand, in Australia, there's a different custom regarding addressing teachers compared to Indonesia. Since 2018, some schools in Australia have implemented a new policy allowing students to address their teachers by their first name without using "Bu" or "Pak." This change aims to create a more relaxed learning environment and strengthen the sense of community. They choose to change this habit to foster openness and build closer relationships. It's important to remember that neither norm is inherently better than the other. Both reflect different cultural contexts and should be respected accordingly. Understanding these differences can also help us interact with people from different cultures, treating them as opportunities to learn about cultural diversity. By understanding and appreciating these differences, we can enrich our educational experiences and build better relationships in diverse educational environments. Source Liputan6.com. (2018, February 5). Australia Bolehkan Siswa Memanggil Guru dengan Nama.

*Global Best Practices in Academic Promotion: Pathways to Professorship* Following decades of centralized academic promotion in Indonesia, Ministerial Regulation No. 44/2024 has shifted the responsibility for promotion to professorship to individual universities. In preparation for this transition, the seminar will explore global best practices in the academic promotion process. Key topics include: how professorship vacancies are determined and filled; expectations regarding the performance and responsibilities of selected professors; qualifications required for professorship candidates, including education, research, and community service; publication standards that candidates must meet, both in terms of quantity and quality, and how these standards differ across disciplines; and the selection process, including the composition of the selection committee, the balance of internal and external members, and their qualifications. Hosted by _Dewan Profesor Universitas Padjadjaran_, the seminar will present speakers from Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Netherland, Germany, and UK. Registration and Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/gSViFvie YouTube streaming link: https://lnkd.in/g99S_WMS

https://lnkd.in/gWMUmMih Indonesia must do better. Education needs to encourage critical and analytical skills at all levels of schooling.