SHORT SUMMARY
The study focuses on the design and implementation of a Real-Time System for the Indonesian Teacher Engagement Index (ITEI) application. The ITEI app is designed as a self-assessment tool for teachers in Indonesia, allowing them to evaluate various aspects of their professional engagement and performance in real time.
Key Highlights:
- Objective:
- Enhance teacher quality and competence through technological tools.
- Provide real-time insights for teachers to optimize their performance and engagement.
- Methodology:
- The research used exploratory methods to develop and design the real-time system.
- Literature reviews and neuroresearch concepts were incorporated to refine the application.
- Key Features of the Real-Time System:
- Enables instant feedback and profiling for teachers.
- Provides detailed analysis of psychological and performance metrics.
- Integrates multiple dimensions, such as Positive Psychology, Positive Education, Teacher Performance, and Leadership Engagement.
- Outcomes:
- Developed a comprehensive real-time system that improves the usability and functionality of the ITEI application.
- Teachers can assess their engagement and identify areas for immediate improvement.
- Significance:
- Supports government policies aimed at improving education quality.
- Empowers teachers to self-monitor and enhance their competencies independently.
Key Takeaways:
- Innovation in Education:
- The use of real-time systems in educational applications, like the ITEI app, demonstrates how technology can significantly enhance professional development tools.
- Comprehensive Evaluation:
- The integration of multiple dimensions (e.g., positive psychology, teacher competence) offers a holistic view of teacher performance and well-being.
- Accessibility:
- An Android-based application ensures accessibility for teachers across Indonesia, making it a scalable and practical solution.
- Potential for Broader Impact:
- The real-time system design approach can be adapted to other educational tools or fields, fostering innovation in self-assessment technologies.
- Challenges:
- Implementation in real-time systems for mobile apps is complicated due to factors such as internet dependency and the need for high-performance programming languages.
Who Can Benefit from This Research?
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1. Teachers in Indonesia:
- Primary Beneficiaries: The Indonesian Teacher Engagement Index (ITEI) app helps teachers assess their engagement, psychological well-being, performance, and competencies in real time.
- Professional Development: Teachers gain actionable insights to improve their teaching strategies and overall performance.
- Self-Monitoring: Teachers can independently track and improve their contribution to education using user-friendly tools.
2. Educational Institutions:
- Schools: By encouraging teachers to use the ITEI app, schools can indirectly improve the quality of education delivered.
- Universities: Institutions involved in teacher training and professional development can use this system as part of their curriculum or training programs.
3. Policy Makers and Government Agencies:
- Support for Policies: The app aligns with governmental efforts to improve education quality in Indonesia by enhancing teacher competence.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Policymakers can use aggregated data from the app to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in teacher engagement and performance.
4. Educational Technology Developers:
- Framework for Future Applications: This research provides a blueprint for developing other real-time, event-driven educational tools, encouraging innovation in ed-tech.
5. Students:
- Indirect Beneficiaries: By improving teacher engagement and performance, students receive higher-quality education, fostering better learning outcomes.
6. Researchers and Academics:
- Further Exploration: This study provides a foundation for further research in real-time systems, teacher engagement, and educational technology.
- Cross-Disciplinary Applications: Insights from this research could inspire similar tools in areas like healthcare, corporate training, or other professional development fields.
7. Private Sector:
- Training Companies: Organizations providing teacher training or educational resources can leverage this technology to improve their services.
- EdTech Startups: Companies focused on mobile-based educational solutions can adapt the findings to create innovative apps for different markets.
